Brooke Rush
Detroit,MI
Summary
Diligent chef bringing positive, upbeat attitude and passion for culinary excellence, with deep knowledge of food preparation and kitchen management combined with advanced skills in recipe creation and plating. Adept at maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene and efficiency, ensuring smooth operations and exceptional dining experiences. Committed to delivering innovative dishes and enhancing guest satisfaction.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Selden Standard
05.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes, enhancing service speed during peak hours.
- Adapted quickly to menu changes, executing new recipes while maintaining high-quality food standards during service periods.
- Assisted in training of new line cooks, ensuring they met kitchen's high standards quickly.
- Consistently met high volume demands while maintaining impeccable quality control standards for all dishes prepared.
Sous Chef
Ramsay’s Kitchen
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with line cooks on timing of dish completion
- Managed inventory and ordered food and supplies to maintain adequate stock
- Collaborated with a chef team to develop innovative menu items that reflected the restaurant's style and standards
- Traveled across the country to assist in training line cooks for the opening of new restaurants
- Served as an integral part of the hiring process for new kitchen staff members, contributing valuable insights into candidate selection based on experience and skill set compatibility with existing team dynamics.
Line Cook
Beatrix
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Worked at this location briefly as I transitioned from Illinois to Detroit
- Assisted in training of new line cooks, ensuring they met kitchen's high standards quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Pastry Prep/Line Cook
Cooper’s Hawk Winery
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL03-2023
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH05-2027
Skills
- Team leadership
- Menu development
- Pastry skills
- Detail-oriented
- Mentoring and coaching
- Supply ordering
- Portion and cost control
- Expediting
Timeline
Line Cook
Selden Standard
05.2025 - Current
Line Cook
Beatrix
01.2025 - 04.2025
Sous Chef
Ramsay’s Kitchen
06.2023 - 01.2025
Pastry Prep/Line Cook
Cooper’s Hawk Winery
12.2022 - 06.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Joliet Junior College
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Southern New Hampshire University