Bakary Nyangado
Germantown,Montgomery County
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level cook position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Experienced cook with over 15 years of experience in food service. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PROFESSIONAL COOK
Kensington Park Senior Living
MD
09.2014 - Current
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Professional Cook
Balducci's Food Lover's Market
Bethesda, MD
07.2007 - 11.2024
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
- Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Cook
Sunrise Assisted Living
03.2004 - 09.2014
- Prepared and cooked meals following dietary guidelines for residents.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and adhered to health and safety regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to create menus based on resident preferences.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring availability of fresh ingredients.
- Adapted recipes to accommodate special dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and kitchen protocols.
- Implemented efficient cooking methods to enhance meal quality and presentation.
- Ensured proper storage of food items, minimizing waste and promoting safety.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Education
High School Diploma -
ST. AUGUSTINE HIGH SCHOOL
THE GAMBIA07.1999
Skills
- Efficient multitasking
- Menu memorization
- Food spoilage prevention
- Kitchen organization
- Stocking and replenishing
- Food inspection
- Food processing
- Self-Motivated
- Attention to Detail
- Knife skills
- Sanitation practices
- Attention to detail
- Food preparation
Certification
- Licensed food service manager.
Timeline
PROFESSIONAL COOK
Kensington Park Senior Living
09.2014 - Current
Professional Cook
Balducci's Food Lover's Market
07.2007 - 11.2024
Cook
Sunrise Assisted Living
03.2004 - 09.2014
High School Diploma -
ST. AUGUSTINE HIGH SCHOOL