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Bentley Dickson

Rivage Oak Kitchen
Trent
5
years of professional experience

Culinary professional prepared for high-pressure kitchen environments with focus on delivering high-quality dishes. Adept at collaborating with team members to streamline kitchen operations and ensure timely service. Known for flexibility and reliability, with strong commitment to maintaining cleanliness and organization.

Work History

Line Cook

4 Months
Rivage Oak Kitchen | 04.2026 - Current

Prepared ingredients and dishes according to established recipes and quality standards.

  • Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently to maintain productivity.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to comply with health regulations.

Line Cook

1 Year 5 Months
Lake Time Bar & Grill | 11.2024 - 04.2026
  • Assisted in menu preparation by suggesting seasonal ingredients and dish enhancements.
  • Adapted quickly to changes in orders and dietary restrictions while maintaining quality.
  • Monitored inventory levels, reporting shortages to management for prompt replenishment.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills while coordinating with front-of-house staff for order accuracy.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.

Sandwich Artist

7 Months
SUBWAY®Restaurants | 02.2024 - 09.2024
  • Operated cash register, processed transactions, and managed cash handling procedures accurately.
  • Assisted customers in menu selection, providing excellent service and product knowledge.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient food assembly and timely order completion.

Sandwich Artist

6 Months
Jimmy John's | 07.2023 - 01.2024
  • Monitored inventory levels, restocked supplies, and minimized waste through effective portion control.
  • Kept workplace clean and organized in line with restaurant policies.
  • Operated the cash register with accuracy, ensuring proper handling of transactions.
  • Greeted guests, promoted specials, and took orders.

Retail Worker

11 Months
Ace Hardware | 02.2022 - 01.2023
  • Operated point-of-sale systems efficiently, ensuring accurate transaction processing and customer satisfaction.
  • Maintained inventory accuracy through regular stock checks and organization of merchandise displays.
  • Conducted regular maintenance of store equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
  • Resolved customer complaints effectively, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and commitment to service excellence.
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.

Education

GED

Roosevelt High School | Sioux Falls, SD

Skills

Time management
Attention to detail
Highly motivated
Cleaning and organization
Reliable and trustworthy
Food preparation
Problem-solving
Food safety
Cleanliness standards
Kitchen sanitization
Meat cutting
Food presentation

Timeline

Line Cook

Rivage Oak Kitchen
04.2026 - CurrentRead More

Line Cook

Lake Time Bar & Grill
11.2024 - 04.2026Read More

Sandwich Artist

SUBWAY®Restaurants
02.2024 - 09.2024Read More

Sandwich Artist

Jimmy John's
07.2023 - 01.2024Read More

Retail Worker

Ace Hardware
02.2022 - 01.2023Read More

Roosevelt High School

GED
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Bentley Dickson