Brian Thress
Chalfont,PA
Summary
Diligent cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to meeting every preparation and service need.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Line Cook
Calebs American Kitchen
Lahaska, PA
09.2019 - 04.2020
- Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning and sanitation protocols.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Checked each food item for freshness and provided feedback to kitchen supervisor for removal.
- Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Prepared average of 85 covers each shift.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Practiced in multiple positions to improve on flexibility in the kitchen.
- Trained three employees on their positions to improve their efficiency.
Lead Line Cook
Nautica
East Greenwich, RI
06.2018 - 10.2018
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry and fish for frying purposes.
- Trained, managed and guided numerous line cooks, improving overall performance and productivity.
- Managed relationships with vendors by negotiating prices of ingredients and equipment.
Line Cook Intern
Husk
Nashville, TN
08.2017 - 12.2017
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety.
- Worked with kitchen managers to improve recipes, cut costs and decreased waste.
- Planned lunch, dinner and bar menus, as well as special menus for in-house special events in my private venue.
- Involved in the filming of Chefs Table with celebrity chef, and owner, Sean Brock.
Prep Cook
PF Changs
Warrington, PA
06.2013 - 08.2013
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Packaged, arranged and labeled ingredient stock, storing at established temperatures.
- Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
Prep Cook
Borghis
Chalfont, PA
11.2012 - 02.2013
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping and taking out trash.
- Prepared items like bacon ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
- Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware and cooking utensils.
- Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts And Food Service Management
Johnson And Wales University
Providence, RI11.2018
Bachelor of Science - Culinary Arts And Food Service Management
Johnson And Wales University
Providence, RISkills
- Food rotation
- Kitchen sanitation
- Menu planning
- Fine-dining expertise
- Food plating and presentation
- Signature dish creation
Certification
- Food Safety Manager Certified
- Serv Safe Certified
Timeline
Head Line Cook
Calebs American Kitchen
09.2019 - 04.2020
Lead Line Cook
Nautica
06.2018 - 10.2018
Line Cook Intern
Husk
08.2017 - 12.2017
Prep Cook
PF Changs
06.2013 - 08.2013
Prep Cook
Borghis
11.2012 - 02.2013
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts And Food Service Management
Johnson And Wales University
Bachelor of Science - Culinary Arts And Food Service Management
Johnson And Wales University
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