Brian Graves
Lodi,CA
Summary
Would obtain a position In your company, using good work ethic and learned skills through 8 years of food industry to add to your established businesss. Providing an open minded approach and willingness to learn. Strong leadership skills, to ensure a steady role in putting out quality and quantities of food .
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook, Delivery
Lodi beer company
Lodi
2024.02 - Current
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products. Offload delivery and put it away . Check and clean food products and areas where food is kept . Check dates rotate food accordingly to fresh date . Sanitize and clean fridges and freezers according to health and food safety guidelines
Dietary Aide
Arbor convalescent
Lodi
2024.04 - 2024.09
- Prepared food and drink carts accordingly to patients special restrictions. Cleaned kitchen, prepped food sanitized drink and food carts .
Head Cook /Kitchen Manager/Pizza Maker
Viaggio estate and winery
Acampo, CA
2021.09 - 2024.01
- Planned menus for banquets and special events as requested by management.
- Cut, chopped and sliced meat and produce to prepare for cooking.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Built and managed relationships with local vendors to obtain fresh, quality ingredients at cost-effective prices.
- Provided guidance and support to cooks during busy periods or when unexpected issues arise.
- Assisted with menu planning and recipe development when necessary.
- Served as lead cook, guiding and assisting training of less experienced cooks.
- Ensured that all food safety regulations were followed in the kitchen.
- Modified existing recipes and created new recipes to meet changing nutritional content needs.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
Food Preparation Worker/Head Grill Cook
Salisburys deli and grill
Lodi, CA
2018.01 - 2021.07
- Sliced cooked meats for sandwiches and salads as well as carved roasts at carving stations in the kitchen.
- Acquired new skills to support team and further accommodate customer needs.
- Stocked cupboards and refrigerators and tended salad bars and buffet meals.
- Performed additional tasks assigned by chef or supervisor.
- Maintained clean and sanitized work area in accordance with food safety guidelines, avoiding cross-contamination of raw and prepared food products.
- Worked in fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
Skills
- Operations Management
- Kitchen Staff Managemen
- Food preparation
- Serve safe management certified
- Food handlers certified
- Catering large events
- Personalized tastings
- Portioning
Timeline
Dietary Aide
Arbor convalescent
2024.04 - 2024.09
Line Cook, Delivery
Lodi beer company
2024.02 - Current
Head Cook /Kitchen Manager/Pizza Maker
Viaggio estate and winery
2021.09 - 2024.01
Food Preparation Worker/Head Grill Cook
Salisburys deli and grill
2018.01 - 2021.07