Byron Pollard
St Louis,MO
Summary
Personable individual with strong organiz
Professional with strong experience in kitchen operations and proven ability to maintain high standards in cleanliness and organization. Demonstrates effective teamwork and adaptability to meet shifting needs. Skilled in dishwashing, food prep support, and maintaining sanitary work environment. Reliable and results-driven, consistently supporting kitchen team to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Porter
Barnes Jewish Hospital
11.2021 - Current
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
- Maintained accurate records of cleaning activities, ensuring compliance with health department regulations at all times.
- Increased overall kitchen productivity through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
- Demonstrated punctuality and reliability by consistently arriving on time for shifts and completing assigned tasks efficiently.
Cook Manager
Fazolis Restaurant
06.1998 - 09.2021
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback aimed at improving overall skill set and kitchen efficiency.
- Pitched in to work line during busy periods or in place of sick employees.
- Instituted positive kitchen atmosphere for staffers through effective communication, consistent training and skill development.
- Streamlined kitchen workflow for increased productivity, assigning specific tasks based on individual strengths within the team.
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
General Laborer
Tamas Construction
02.2010 - 12.2013
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
- Notified supervisors of defective equipment or material.
- Improved worksite safety by consistently adhering to established protocols and regulations.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Performed quality checks on products and materials to identify any defects.
Education
GED -
Missouri Vocational School
Bowling Green, MO04-1985
No Degree - General Studies
Sumner High School
St Louis, MO09-1982
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Exceptional customer service
- Customer service
- Safe food handling
- Fast-paced environment
- Efficient cleaning
- Energy and stamina
- Heavy lifting
- Proper sanitation
- Health and safety
- Kitchen management
- Temperature control
- Food pairings
- Knife skills
- Cross-contamination prevention
- Food presentation
- Meal planning
Accomplishments
I have shown strong leadership as an employee at BJC.
I am a team player.
I'm always available to assist my coworkers that's in need of a helping hand.
I have demonstrated my dedication in the Catering dept helping out whenever needed .
Timeline
Kitchen Porter
Barnes Jewish Hospital
11.2021 - Current
General Laborer
Tamas Construction
02.2010 - 12.2013
Cook Manager
Fazolis Restaurant
06.1998 - 09.2021
GED -
Missouri Vocational School
No Degree - General Studies
Sumner High School
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