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Bertrell Lewis

Modesto,CA

Summary

Seasoned culinary professional with a robust background in diverse cooking environments, from Central Valley Specialty Hospital to high-paced grills like Paradiso. Expert in food safety and kitchen equipment operation, with a proven track record of crafting specialized meal plans and enhancing dining experiences. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork and culinary skills, ensuring top-notch dining service and kitchen efficiency.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Dietary Aide/ Cook

Central Valley Specialty Hospital
Modesto, CA
06.2023 - 10.2024
  • Ensuring adherence to nutritional guidelines
  • Collaborated with dieticians to develop a specialized meal plan for patients with specific dietary needs
  • Prepared and cooked meals according to specific dietary requirements
  • Assisted in planning and execution of menu rotations, incorporating seasoned ingredients for variety

Sous Chef

Willow Creek Restaurant Bar and Grill
Castro Valley, CA
02.2016 - 10.2016
  • Inspect sanitation stations and kitchen equipment and adhere to food safety protocols
  • Ensure that food items were creatively prepared according to menu specifications
  • Weekly inventory of food supplies and presented in a cost effective manner for restaurant sales
  • Assisted in all phases of planning, ordering, inventory and food preparation

Line Cook

Smoking Pig
Fremont, CA
10.2013 - 01.2015
  • Expertise in preparing and cooking a variety of barbecue meats: briskets, ribs, chicken and pulled pork
  • Using various methods such as smoking, grilling and slow cooking
  • Familiar to barbecue recipes and side dishes
  • Proficient in operating and maintaining barbecue smokers and ensuring their proper functioning and cleaning

Grill Cook

Paradiso
San Leandro, CA
03.2012 - 10.2013
  • Knowledge in food safety regulations and procedures
  • Proficient in preparing and cooking a variety of proteins such as: grilled foods, meats, vegetables and seafood
  • Ability to manage multiple orders and maintain a fast past work environment simultaneously
  • Knowledge in catering

Skills

  • Cooking
  • Dining room setup
  • Dining room service
  • Food handling safety
  • Issue resolution
  • Kitchen equipment operation

Timeline

Dietary Aide/ Cook

Central Valley Specialty Hospital
06.2023 - 10.2024

Sous Chef

Willow Creek Restaurant Bar and Grill
02.2016 - 10.2016

Line Cook

Smoking Pig
10.2013 - 01.2015

Grill Cook

Paradiso
03.2012 - 10.2013

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