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Broderick Adams

Shreveport,LA

Summary

Detail-oriented food preparation professional with a strong work ethic. Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Prep Cook

Fat Tuesday Sandwich Shop
Shreveport, LA
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, such as washing, peeling, cutting and slicing vegetables.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
  • Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
  • Checked freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.
  • Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies, including food items and utensils.
  • Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment as required for meal preparation.
  • Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
  • Cooked meats, fish, poultry or other foods using various methods such as baking, frying or grilling.
  • Measured ingredients accurately using measuring cups and spoons.
  • Seasoned cooked dishes properly before serving them.
  • Adhered strictly to safety regulations while handling sharp knives or operating machinery.
  • Communicated effectively with fellow staff members regarding meal preparations.

Cook

Brentwood Hospital
Shreveport, LA
09.2017 - 04.2022
  • Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
  • Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
  • Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
  • Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
  • Performed basic administrative duties such as inventory management, ordering supplies.
  • Assisted in developing new recipes or modifying existing ones for better taste or efficiency.
  • Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
  • Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
  • Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.

Education

Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts

Shreveport Job Corps Center
Shreveport, LA
08-1999

Skills

  • Food Quality Management
  • Organized Culinary Workspace
  • Inventory Management Expertise
  • Sauce Development
  • Efficient Ingredient Preparation
  • Stock Replenishment

Timeline

Prep Cook

Fat Tuesday Sandwich Shop
01.2023 - 01.2024

Cook

Brentwood Hospital
09.2017 - 04.2022

Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts

Shreveport Job Corps Center
Broderick Adams