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Brian Davenport

Albany

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Sizzler Steak House and Burger King. Highly motivated with exceptional time management and attention to detail, consistently achieving high customer satisfaction. Proven ability to train staff and maintain a clean, organized kitchen, while adapting quickly to new recipes and techniques.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Cook

Sizzler Steak House
03.2022 - 07.2025
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
  • 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.

Lead Line Cook

Blue Shield Home Plait Club
01.2016 - 01.2022
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, fostering camaraderie and a strong sense of teamwork.
  • Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.

Assistant Manager

Burger King
01.1998 - 01.2018
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.

Education

GED -

Emily Griffith Technical College
Denver, CO

Skills

  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Highly motivated
  • Cleaning and organization

Timeline

Line Cook

Sizzler Steak House
03.2022 - 07.2025

Lead Line Cook

Blue Shield Home Plait Club
01.2016 - 01.2022

Assistant Manager

Burger King
01.1998 - 01.2018

GED -

Emily Griffith Technical College