Brady O’Dell
Totally Smashed
Crestview
3
years of professional experience
Dynamic Chef with a proven track record at Totally Smashed, excelling in food safety and kitchen management. Enhanced customer satisfaction through innovative seasonal specials and effective team collaboration. Skilled in optimizing food preparation processes, ensuring quality while training staff to thrive under pressure. Committed to maintaining high standards in kitchen operations.
Work History
Chef
3 Years 5 Months- Prepared diverse menu items using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
- Collaborated with team to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace and equipment.
- Assisted in menu planning by providing feedback on dish popularity.
- Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and kitchen safety standards.
- Implemented inventory tracking system to reduce waste and control costs.
- Developed seasonal specials that enhanced customer satisfaction and engagement.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Oversaw kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Food safety and sanitation
Customer service
Knife skills
Cooking techniques
Food quality
Kitchen management
Meal preparation
Food presentation
Attention to detail
Effective communications
Kitchen operations
Team collaboration
Grilling techniques
Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
Ingredient knowledge
Timeline
Chef
Totally Smashed
03.2023 - CurrentRead More
Boonsboro
High School Diploma
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