Bailey Hennington
Houston,TX
Summary
Punctual Line Cook experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare quality food. Polished in setting up and cleaning equipment for daily food preparation and helping manage supplies. Excellent multitasker recognized for supporting successful kitchen operations. Organized and motivated to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Fry Cook
Elvies
Jackson, MS
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Washed and cut ingredients for quick meal assembly.
- Prepared garnishes for later use in meal production.
- Followed specific methods for food preparation and proper portioning.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Collaborated with team members to promote consistent workflows and deliver food orders on time.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Assisted with inventory management tasks such as counting supplies or updating records.
- Modified standard recipes to address customer requests for substitutions or allergen concerns.
- Performed workstation prep prior to shift start.
Pantry Cook
Anjou French
Ridgeland , MS
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Garnished and presented menu offerings with pleasing appearance following company guidelines.
- Performed workstation prep prior to shift start.
- Trained new pantry cooks on proper techniques for preparing ingredients for dishes.
- Supported other cooks during peak hours by helping out when needed.
- Assembled salads, sandwiches, desserts and other cold menu offerings for delivery to guests.
- Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
Line Cook
Amerigo Italian
Jackson, MS
09.2020 - 12.2021
- Grilled various cuts of meat and seafood items to meet customer specifications and food handling standards.
- Inspected equipment daily for cleanliness and functionality prior to use.
- Followed proper sanitation procedures during food preparation and storage.
- Safely operated ovens, grills, and other kitchen equipment to minimize accidents.
- Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Trained new hires in proper techniques and processes related to the preparation and service of food at catered events.
Shift Manager
Yuzu Ramen
Jackson, MS
11.2018 - 03.2019
- Coordinated shift workers for inventory receiving, auditing and restocking.
- Positioned skilled staff in key areas throughout shift to optimize department productivity.
- Ensured completion of all opening and closing duties were completed accurately according to established guidelines.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Set up work stations, prep tables, service counters and steam tables.
- Inspected finished food products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
- Followed recipes precisely to create different types of pastas from scratch.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Operated grills and steamers to prepare vegetables, potatoes, rice and meats.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clinton High School
Clinton, MS05-2020
Skills
- Server Communication
- Food Safety
- Line Management
- Recipe Preparation
- Food Rotation
- Professional Attitude
- Effective Prioritization
- Punctual and Honest
- Deep Fryer Operation
- Cleaning and Organization
- Crew Training
- Salad Preparation
- Kitchen Sanitization
Timeline
Fry Cook
Elvies
05.2023 - 12.2023
Pantry Cook
Anjou French
01.2022 - 07.2022
Line Cook
Amerigo Italian
09.2020 - 12.2021
Shift Manager
Yuzu Ramen
11.2018 - 03.2019
High School Diploma -
Clinton High School
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