Brian Vanlandingham
Gunnison,CO
Summary
Committed Lead Cook with 10 years of kitchen experience. Focused on planning creative menus and staying exceptionally calm and efficient in high-stress situations. Competent at monitoring employee safety and training new employees on safety and kitchen standards.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Cook
Yellow Brick Foods
01.2010 - 12.2023
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining cooking processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and developing creative recipes to utilize surplus ingredients.
- Maintained a high standard of food quality by consistently reviewing dishes for taste, presentation, and adherence to established guidelines.
- Streamlined prep work by organizing kitchen stations effectively and training junior staff on best practices for efficient workflow.
- Oversaw proper storage procedures for perishable items, ensuring freshness and minimizing spoilage risks.
- Coordinated with the front-of-house staff to ensure timely dish preparation and delivery for optimal guest experience.
- Consistently met or exceeded health code standards by enforcing strict sanitation practices throughout the kitchen area.
- Efficiently handled high-volume orders while maintaining superior food quality through precise execution of cooking methods.
- Achieved high customer satisfaction ratings by promptly addressing concerns regarding menu items or food quality issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Security Tech
Colorado Technical University
06.2022
Skills
- Large-scale food preparation
- Allergen safety
- Spoilage prevention
- Employee Supervision
- Kitchen Sanitation
- Kitchen Organization
- Food Processing
- Food inventory management
- Emergency protocols
- Task Delegation
- Special diets
- Kitchen Management
- Work Delegation
Timeline
Lead Cook
Yellow Brick Foods
01.2010 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Security Tech
Colorado Technical University
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