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Bradley Beshears

Bradley Beshears

Katy

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Cook ( All Stations Dish Thru Grill)

Outback Steakhouse
Lake Charles
03.2000 - 09.2022
  • Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
  • Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
  • Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
  • Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports.
  • Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
  • Adhered to portion controls and presentation specifications.
  • Assisted in preparation of menu items ranging from burgers to sandwiches.
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Prepped garnishes to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
  • Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
  • Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Cleaned cooking and refrigeration equipment to sanitize and prevent food-borne illness.
  • Mentored and trained staff by teaching cooking skills and kitchen maintenance, improving overall quality and performance.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
  • Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
  • Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
  • Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
  • Washed and peeled ingredients to prepare for different meals and recipes.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.

Server

On The Border Restaurant
Midland
01.2002 - 01.2003
  • Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
  • Recorded meal selections and transactions in microsystem to deliver prompt service.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Served food and beverages to patrons and confirmed complete orders.
  • Trained new employees on restaurant procedures and plating techniques.
  • Informed customers of daily specials and signature menu items.
  • Brought wine selections to tables with appropriate glasses and poured for customers.
  • Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
  • Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders to streamline process for both customer and restaurant.
  • Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins and other items.
  • Prepared checks, itemizing total meal costs and taxes.
  • Responded to ad hoc cleaning duties at end of shift.
  • Explained menu items, describing ingredients and cooking methods upon request.
  • Served food and beverages to patrons and immediately remedied issues with orders.
  • Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
  • Trained new employees to perform duties.
  • Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
  • Stocked service areas with supplies during slow periods.
  • Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
  • Assisted in preparing salads, appetizers and desserts to speed up food service.
  • Filled condiments and napkin containers during slack periods.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
  • Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
  • Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
  • Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
  • Checked identification to verify if guests meet minimum age to legally purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.
  • Set up tables in between patrons to reduce wait times.
  • Presented menus and answered questions regarding items.
  • Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
  • Garnished dishes and beverages to serve visually appealing menu items.
  • Presented menus to patrons to answer questions about offered items and make suitable recommendations.
  • Addressed complaints to kitchen staff and served replacement items.
  • Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
  • Collected dirty dishes and glasses from tables or counters, preparing areas for next diners.
  • Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.

Cook

Outback Steakhouse
Midland
01.2000 - 01.2003

Customer Service Representative

Hastings Entertainment Inc
Midland
08.1999 - 05.2000
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills in resolving product and consumer complaints.
  • Fielded customer complaints and queries, fast-tracking for problem resolution.

Painter Laborer

Chalfant remodeling
Midland
  • Applied paint, stain and varnish to wood, metal, plastic and drywall both inside and outside of residential dwellings using sprayers, brushes and rollers.
  • Sanded, stripped, brushed and power washed surfaces to clean and smooth, ensuring adherence of paint and primer.
  • Protected exposed surfaces from harmful substances by setting up drop cloths, plastic or paper.

Education

Class A Cdl - Truck And Bus Driving

Midland College
Midland, TX
08.2001

GED -

Midland College
06.1994

Mortuary Science

Dallas Institute of Funeral Service
Dallas, TX

Work Type

Part TimeFull TimeContract WorkGig Work

Work Location

On-SiteHybridRemote

Timeline

Server

On The Border Restaurant
01.2002 - 01.2003

Line Cook ( All Stations Dish Thru Grill)

Outback Steakhouse
03.2000 - 09.2022

Cook

Outback Steakhouse
01.2000 - 01.2003

Customer Service Representative

Hastings Entertainment Inc
08.1999 - 05.2000

Painter Laborer

Chalfant remodeling

Class A Cdl - Truck And Bus Driving

Midland College

GED -

Midland College

Mortuary Science

Dallas Institute of Funeral Service

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