Austin Anderson
Royal Palm Beach
Summary
Professional with strong background in back-of-house operations, equipped to drive efficiency and quality in kitchen environments. Skilled in food preparation, inventory management, and maintaining clean, organized workspace. Known for teamwork, reliability, and adaptability in fast-paced settings. Eager to contribute to motivated team focused on delivering excellent culinary experiences.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
BOH Team Member
Longhorn Steakhouse
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
10.2022 - Current
- Boosted overall team morale with regular communication and collaboration in a fast-paced environment.
- Mentored new hires in BOH operations, fostering a supportive learning environment that promoted skill growth.
- Upheld restaurant''s reputation for high-quality meals, consistently executing recipes according to established guidelines.
- Reduced wait times for customers by efficiently managing multiple tasks during peak hours.
- Continuously updated culinary knowledge through industry research and professional development opportunities.
- Maintained and sanitized service stations, prep areas, and countertops.
BOH Team Member
Roccos Tacos
Orlando, FL
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Prepared food items according to standardized recipes and portion guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workstations to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Assisted in inventory management by organizing supplies and monitoring stock levels.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes during peak hours.
- Followed health and safety regulations to uphold food quality standards consistently.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures, enhancing team performance and service speed.
- Maintained clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Enhanced food quality for customer satisfaction, adhering to proper food handling procedures.
Busser/Foodrunner
Roccos Tacos
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
03.2016 - 02.2023
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining areas for optimal guest experience.
- Assisted servers by delivering food and beverages promptly to enhance service efficiency.
- Restocked supplies and utensils to ensure smooth operation during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to expedite food preparation and delivery processes.
- Participated in training new bussers on restaurant protocols and best practices.
- Adhered to health and safety standards, ensuring a safe dining environment for patrons.
Education
Associate of Arts - Finance
Palm Beach State College
Palm Beach Gardens, FL08-2019
Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food preparation
- Knife skills
- Cross-training
- Flexible and adaptable
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving
- Coaching and mentoring
- Workplace safety
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Reliable and punctual
- Team building
- Team coordination
- Professionalism
Timeline
BOH Team Member
Longhorn Steakhouse
10.2022 - Current
BOH Team Member
Roccos Tacos
05.2022 - 02.2023
Busser/Foodrunner
Roccos Tacos
03.2016 - 02.2023
Associate of Arts - Finance
Palm Beach State College