Talented Cook with excellent experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with cashiers and kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking with up-to-date food handling permit.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
Moe's Southwest Grille
Jacksonville , FL
10.2015 - Current
Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping and taking out trash.
Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
Steward
Sawgrass Marriott Resort & Beach Club
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
09.2009 - Current
Followed company safety and security policies and procedures when reporting maintenance needs and unsafe work conditions.
Boosted team efficiency by keeping kitchen areas organized, clean and properly sanitized.
Maintained swift pace of work to meet business demands for cleaning and supplies storage.
Met high hotel standards for work procedures, dress, grooming, attendance and punctuality.
Moved items from main storage areas to easily accessible small fridge, freezers and containers to support kitchen staff efficiency.
Oversaw incoming deliveries, unboxing supplies, shelving stock and rotating items.
Accepted opportunities to learn new skills, improve performance and cross-train for other positions.
Tasked with removal of garbage and refuse, mopping and sweeping floors and washing walls.
Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.