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, LA08-1999
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