Bryson Kawamata
Waialua,HI
Summary
Driven food worker bringing over eight years of experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Focusing on doing the right thing when it is easy to do the wrong thing. Objective: To gain experience and educate myself from others.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook Trainer
Zippy's Restaurant
Wahiawa, HI
03.2023 - Current
- Trained new line cooks on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
- Oversaw kitchen workflow to ensure timely meal service and adherence to quality standards.
- Developed and implemented training materials to enhance culinary skills among staff.
- Mentored junior cooks, providing feedback on performance and encouraging skill development.
- Collaborated with management to streamline kitchen operations and improve efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations through regular inspections of food handling practices.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work and ingredient organization.
- Improved overall kitchen safety through regular equipment maintenance checks and staff training sessions.
- Maintained high levels of cleanliness and sanitation throughout the kitchen space, adhering to all health code regulations.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper storage techniques and inventory management practices.
- Enforced cooking, plating and garnishing rules across shifts and staff members.
Food Service Worker
L&L Hawaiian BBQ
Waimanalo, HI
12.2021 - 02.2023
- Checked and moved inventory with the guidance of a manager.
- Helped wherever I could and finished the food prep in a timely manner.
- Able to delegate the process of food orders coming in and out.
- Improved the efficiency of my workflow in six months.
- Learned to be in control of my emotions and thoughts.
- Improved my mental and physical states.
Baker & Dishwasher
Roy's Ko Olina
Kapolei, HI
03.2020 - 12.2021
- Developed and tested new recipes to enhance product offerings and customer satisfaction.
- Managed daily production schedules to ensure timely delivery of baked goods.
- Trained junior bakers on techniques, safety protocols, and equipment usage.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain consistency in product standards.
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
Line Cook
Cholo's Haleiwa
Hale'iwa, HI
07.2017 - 01.2020
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Verified proper portion sizes to consistently attain high food quality standards.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lanakila Baptist
Ewa Beach, HIAssociate of Science - Science in Culinary Arts
Leeward Community College
Pearl City, HI04-2020
Skills
- Hot food preparation
- Cold food preparation
- Task delegation
- Teaching techniques
- Workplace safety
- Hygiene standards
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Sanitation procedures
- Food presentation
- Workstation setup
- Food storage
- Quality control
- Product rotation
- Allergen awareness
- Grilling techniques
- Deep-frying techniques
- Portion control
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Reliability
- Multitasking
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Leadership development
- Professionalism
- Written communication
Certification
- Certificate of Competence as Preparation Cook awarded 11-May-2018
- Certificate of Competence in Baking awarded 14-December-2018
- Certificate of Achievement in Culinary Arts awarded 20-December-2019
Timeline
Line Cook Trainer
Zippy's Restaurant
03.2023 - Current
Food Service Worker
L&L Hawaiian BBQ
12.2021 - 02.2023
Baker & Dishwasher
Roy's Ko Olina
03.2020 - 12.2021
Line Cook
Cholo's Haleiwa
07.2017 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Lanakila Baptist
Associate of Science - Science in Culinary Arts
Leeward Community College