Benard Thompson
Abilene,TX
Summary
Experienced cook with strong background in food preparation, customer service, and food safety. Proven ability to manage kitchen operations and develop innovative menu items that enhance guest satisfaction.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Holland Church of Church
Abilene, TX
07.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to streamline kitchen operations and improve service efficiency.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Assistant Chef
Cajun Landing Restaurant
Alexandria, La
08.1993 - 07.2000
- Assisted head chef in menu planning and recipe development, ensuring quality and consistency.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes, enhancing efficiency during peak hours.
- Managed inventory control, sourcing fresh ingredients from local suppliers to maintain high standards.
Tiki Chef
Ramanda Plaza Suites Hotel
Clearwater, FL
07.1989 - 12.1992
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety standards and efficient workflow management.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Developed and executed seasonal menus, enhancing guest satisfaction through innovative culinary creations.
Banquet Chef
Bentley Hotel
Alexandria, La
10.1985 - 03.1989
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure adherence to food safety standards and quality control.
- Learned menu items produced by assigned station to achieve proper quantities.
- Developed innovative banquet menus aligned with client specifications and seasonal ingredients.
NCO Club Chef
England Airforce Base
Alexandria, La
05.1980 - 10.1985
- Developed and executed diverse menus to meet dietary needs of personnel.
- Trained kitchen staff on food safety, preparation techniques, and equipment use.
- Streamlined inventory management processes to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations ensuring compliance with health regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jone Street Junior High School
Alexandria, LaSkills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Janitorial
Timeline
Cook
Holland Church of Church
07.2020 - Current
Assistant Chef
Cajun Landing Restaurant
08.1993 - 07.2000
Tiki Chef
Ramanda Plaza Suites Hotel
07.1989 - 12.1992
Banquet Chef
Bentley Hotel
10.1985 - 03.1989
NCO Club Chef
England Airforce Base
05.1980 - 10.1985
High School Diploma -
Jone Street Junior High School