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Brendan Ferratt

Grand Rapids,MI

Summary

Skilled in fast-paced culinary environments with significant experience as a Fast Food Cook. Known for strong ability to prepare food quickly and efficiently, meeting high standards for taste and quality. Possess solid understanding of kitchen equipment maintenance and safety protocols. Contributed to increased customer satisfaction through consistent delivery of excellent meals and maintaining clean work areas.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Line Cook

Red water Restaurants
Grand Rapids, MI
08.2024 - Current
  • Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports.
  • Assisted in food inventory and control while properly receiving and storing delivered items.
  • Kept up-to-date records of orders placed, received, stored, used, discarded or returned.
  • Requested supplies and equipment orders, explaining needs to managers.
  • Assisted in developing cost-effective strategies to reduce waste while ensuring quality control.
  • Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
  • Cooked menu items based on customer orders.
  • Collaborated with team to deliver timely service of items.
  • Monitored food temperatures throughout the cooking process to ensure safe consumption.
  • Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.

Line Cook

Wolfgang Puck
Grand Rapids, MI
11.2023 - 08.2024
  • Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
  • Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
  • Adhered to portion controls and presentation specifications.
  • Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
  • Portioned food onto plates, added garnishes and sauces and handed off to wait staff for serving.
  • Trained new team members on proper meat and vegetable preparation techniques.
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
  • Tracked inventory levels of all products used in the kitchen on a daily basis.
  • Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
  • Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
  • Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
  • Performed workstation prep prior to shift start.
  • Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.

Line Cook

Frankie V's Sports Bar
Wyoming , MI
02.2021 - 11.2023
  • Adhered to portion controls and presentation specifications.
  • Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
  • Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
  • Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
  • Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports.
  • Portioned food onto plates, added garnishes and sauces and handed off to wait staff for serving.
  • Trained new team members on proper meat and vegetable preparation techniques.
  • Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
  • Maintained accurate records of daily production sheets including waste logs.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Culinary

Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MI

Skills

  • Food cost analysis
  • Inventory control
  • Staff coordination
  • Plates presentation
  • Work delegation
  • Knife skills
  • Food preparation
  • Food safety knowledge
  • Recipe execution

Certification

  • Serve Safe Certified

Timeline

Lead Line Cook

Red water Restaurants
08.2024 - Current

Line Cook

Wolfgang Puck
11.2023 - 08.2024

Line Cook

Frankie V's Sports Bar
02.2021 - 11.2023

Some College (No Degree) - Culinary

Grand Rapids Community College

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