Brandon Watson
Cincinnati
Summary
Dedicated line cook skilled in food preparation, sanitation, and time management. Consistently upholds cleanliness standards and contributes to customer satisfaction through efficient service.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Mad Tree
Cincinnati, OH
02.2023 - 08.2024
- Prepared and cooked menu items following recipes and presentation standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, ensuring proper usage and maintenance protocols.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
Line Cook
Popeyes Chicken
Covington Ky
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen areas to adhere to safety regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes for timely service.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking ingredient levels and restocking supplies.
- Adapted quickly to changing orders, showcasing flexibility in high-pressure environments.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Line Worker
BurgerFi
Cincinnati, OH
03.2020 - 06.2021
- Assembled and packaged food orders for timely delivery to customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
- Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adjusting work hours or tasks according to fluctuating production needs or emergencies.
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Volunteered for additional assignments during peak work periods to keep tasks on schedule.
Stand-Up Forklift Operator
Cengage Learning
Independence Ky
01.2017 - 02.2020
- Operated stand-up forklifts to efficiently transport materials within warehouse environment.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of equipment to ensure compliance with operational standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize material handling processes and reduce downtime.
- Implemented inventory tracking systems to improve accuracy and streamline order fulfillment processes.
- Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
- Performed daily maintenance tasks on stand-up forklifts to ensure optimal functionality, prolonging equipment lifespan.
Education
High School Diploma -
Woodward
Cincinnati, OHSkills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Professional attitude
- Customer service
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Active listener
- Food preparation
- Problem-solving
- Food safety knowledge
- Food safety
- Cleanliness standards
- Knife skills
- Kitchen station setup
- Kitchen sanitation
- Following cooking methods
Timeline
Line Cook
Mad Tree
02.2023 - 08.2024
Line Cook
Popeyes Chicken
11.2022 - 06.2023
Line Worker
BurgerFi
03.2020 - 06.2021
Stand-Up Forklift Operator
Cengage Learning
01.2017 - 02.2020
High School Diploma -
Woodward