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Brandon Cook

Texarkana,AR

Summary

Hardworking professional with proven relationship-building and time management skills in fast-paced restaurant environments. Successful at handling tables of all sizes with accuracy and impeccable service skills. Strives to meet customer needs, drive satisfaction and promote long-term loyalty.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Technician

Links Apartments
Texarkana, Arkansas
01.2024 - Current
  • Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
  • Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
  • Conducted regular safety checks to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
  • Conducted electrical repairs on motors, lighting systems, and other related components.
  • Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
  • Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
  • Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.

Cook Shift Leader/Service Manager

Reggies Burger
Texarkana, AR
06.2023 - 12.2023
  • Conducted daily meetings with kitchen staff to review specials and daily menus.
  • Provided direction to kitchen staff regarding food preparation, cooking times, portion sizes, and presentation of dishes.
  • Monitored food preparation to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of menu items, ingredients, and recipes.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Developed strategies to reduce waste and increase efficiency within the kitchen.
  • Supervised all aspects of the kitchen operations including inventory control and ordering of supplies.
  • Managed cashiering duties such as counting money at the end of shift.
  • Trained new cooks on proper food handling techniques.
  • Assisted in developing new menu items based on customer feedback.
  • Cut, chopped and sliced meat and produce to prepare for cooking.
  • Followed recipes and procedures to prepare, season and cook food products.
  • Operated variety of kitchen equipment to measure and mix ingredients.
  • Led team in high-pressure environments, ensuring timely delivery of orders.

Server

Chopping Block Steakhouse
Mena, AR
01.2021 - 06.2022
  • Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
  • Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
  • Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
  • Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
  • Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
  • Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
  • Greeted guests and provided menus.
  • Accurately recorded orders on cash register and point-of-sale system.
  • Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
  • Assisted in training new servers.
  • Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, promotions.
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.

Education

High School Diploma -

Arkansas High School
Texarkana, AR
05-2021

Skills

  • Food Delivery
  • Beverage Preparation
  • Food Running
  • Guest Engagement
  • Table Setting
  • Food inspection
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Order Management
  • Performance Improvement
  • Exceptional customer service
  • High-volume dining
  • Price memorization
  • Relationship Management

Certification

  • Food Handling License in Arkansas and Texas

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

Links Apartments
01.2024 - Current

Cook Shift Leader/Service Manager

Reggies Burger
06.2023 - 12.2023

Server

Chopping Block Steakhouse
01.2021 - 06.2022

High School Diploma -

Arkansas High School

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