Blake Busse
Leland,NC
Summary
Dynamic line cook with a proven track record at Carolina Ale House, excelling in food safety and team coordination. Highly motivated and detail-oriented, I consistently prepared high-quality dishes while training new staff and optimizing kitchen operations, ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business. Reliable and adaptable, I thrive in fast-paced environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Jax 5th Ave, Deli & Ale House
Wilmington, NC
10.2025 - Current
- Prepared high-quality dishes following standardized recipes and presentation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations in compliance with health regulations.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking ingredient supplies and notifying management of shortages.
Line Cook
Carolina Ale House- LM Hospitality
06.2022 - 01.2025
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures to ensure food safety and quality standards are met consistently.
- Collaborated with team members to meet customer orders promptly during peak service hours.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures and best practices for food preparation and safety protocols.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Assistant Manager
Little Caesars Pizza
Fayetteville, NC
06.2018 - 06.2022
- Assisted in managing daily operations and ensuring efficient service delivery.
- Supported staff training initiatives to enhance team performance and customer satisfaction.
- Executed inventory management processes, optimizing stock levels and reducing waste.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high food safety standards.
- Coordinated scheduling to ensure adequate staffing during peak hours.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
Education
High School Diploma -
Douglas Byrd High
FayettevilleSkills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Active listener
- Team coordination
- Food safety
- Cleanliness standards
- Deep fryer operation
Timeline
Line Cook
Jax 5th Ave, Deli & Ale House
10.2025 - Current
Line Cook
Carolina Ale House- LM Hospitality
06.2022 - 01.2025
Assistant Manager
Little Caesars Pizza
06.2018 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
Douglas Byrd High