Brad Davis
Chef
Garland,TX
Summary
Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Prep Cook
McAllister's Deli
04.2022 - Current
- Supported kitchen quality initiatives by following nutrition, safety and sanitation guidelines.
- Processed incoming deliveries, rotated stock and put away new items in correct locations.
- Operated kitchen tools safely and used great knife skills to quickly prepare ingredients.
- Followed chef prep lists and last-minute orders to help team meet customer needs.
- Helped train and develop new talent.
Manager on Duty
Panera Bread
04.2025 - 02.2026
- Mentored junior team members for career development, offering ongoing guidance on goal setting, skill-building, and performance improvement strategies.
- Evaluated employee performance fairly during annual reviews using measurable criteria based on job responsibilities.
- Responded to customer concerns by providing friendly, knowledgeable support, and maintaining composure and professionalism.
- Proactively identified potential issues within the workplace, taking corrective actions to maintain seamless operations at all times.
- Handled employee-related issues to improve performance, professional conduct, and attendance reliability.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Assistant Chef
Highland Springs Retirement Facility
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Prepared all foods including meat, poultry, seafood and set up hot line buffet.
- Answered inquiries about the different cuts of meat and dining selections.
- Had a great relationship with the residents dining in the facility.
Food Prep Cook
McAllister's Deli
04.2016 - 04.2022
- Maintained clean and sanitized work area in accordance with food safety guidelines, avoiding cross-contamination of raw and prepared food products.
- Acquired new skills to support team and further accommodate customer needs.
- Memorized menu items and food preparation methods to better explain selections to guests and increase sales.
- Mastered diverse ingredient use and cooking techniques and processed and delivered healthy, timely and on-time dishes that delighted customers and exceeded employer requirements.
- Also worked at Moby Dick's Restaurant as Head Waiter from June 2008-2014 and Crest Grocery Store from February 2014-2016.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary, Hotel, Motel, And Restaurant Management
Delmar College
Corpus Christi, TX05-2011
Skills
Customer Service
Food Preparation
Policy and Procedure Compliance
Teamwork and Collaboration
Vendor Relations
Certification
Food handlers
Timeline
Food handlers
04-2025
Manager on Duty
Panera Bread
04.2025 - 02.2026
Assistant Chef
Highland Springs Retirement Facility
07.2024 - 12.2024
Food Prep Cook
McAllister's Deli
04.2022 - Current
Food Prep Cook
McAllister's Deli
04.2016 - 04.2022
Associate of Arts - Culinary, Hotel, Motel, And Restaurant Management
Delmar College