Breanda Vincent
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Diligent professional offering food handling and culinary experience and focus on quality service. Skilled in managing, ingredient preparation and kitchen organization. Dedicated to providing exceptional, consistent service to customers.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Handler
Our Children the Leaders of Tomorrow
Brooklyn, NY
01.2024 - Current
- Stocked supplies such as food items, beverages and paper goods.
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Restocked cupboards, refrigerators and service stations with new food items or supplies.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Cleaned and sanitized utensils, dishes or silverware.
Line Cook
ARAMARK, Higher Education
Brooklyn, NY
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
Hot/Cold Line Team Member
Sweetgreen
New York, NY
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Restocked items as needed throughout shift based on demand or forecasted sales volume.
- Assisted in the preparation of cold line items such as salads, sandwiches and wraps.
- Performed closing duties at end of shift such as cleaning, sanitizing and organizing stations.
- Efficiently handled a high volume of customer orders during peak hours without sacrificing quality.
- Stored ingredients correctly in designated areas following established guidelines for safe food handling practices.
Head Cook
Social Butterfly Nightclub (Pm shift)
Brooklyn, NY
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Ensured that all food safety regulations were followed in the kitchen.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on equipment such as ovens, stoves, fryers.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly and efficiently while maintaining a professional attitude at all times.
- Kept kitchen, cooking utensils and storeroom clean and neat.
Garde Manger Cook
Paris Cafe (Am Shift)
Queens, NY
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Prepare cold sauces and dressings according to recipes.
- Portioned salads, hors d'oeuvres, appetizers and other cold food items.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
Line Cook Intern
Oceana Restaurant
New York, NY
10.2017 - 03.2018
- Followed recipes to prepare dishes according to restaurant standards.
- Assisted in the preparation of meals by chopping vegetables, preparing sauces, and marinating meats.
- Adhered to sanitation policies at all times during food preparation process.
- Practiced FIFO & labeling
Education
Food Protection -
NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene
Brooklyn, NY08-2018
Professional Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
The International Culinary Center
New York, NY09-2017
High School Diploma -
Nazareth Regional High School
Brooklyn, NY08-2015
Skills
- Portion Control
- Stock organization
- Event preparation
- Temperature Control
- Knife Skills
- Sanitation Procedures
- Allergy understanding
- Safe Food Handling
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Food Handler
Our Children the Leaders of Tomorrow
01.2024 - Current
Line Cook
ARAMARK, Higher Education
09.2022 - 01.2023
Hot/Cold Line Team Member
Sweetgreen
05.2021 - 05.2022
Head Cook
Social Butterfly Nightclub (Pm shift)
07.2019 - 03.2020
Garde Manger Cook
Paris Cafe (Am Shift)
06.2019 - 03.2020
Line Cook Intern
Oceana Restaurant
10.2017 - 03.2018
Food Protection -
NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene
Professional Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
The International Culinary Center
High School Diploma -
Nazareth Regional High School
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