Callie Buffaloe
Student
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Adept at enhancing kitchen efficiency and elevating food quality, I significantly improved meal preparation times and customer satisfaction at Skrimp Shack. Mastering ingredient preparation and kitchen sanitation, my proactive approach and exceptional customer service skills contributed to surpassing health inspection standards and boosting repeat business.
Flexible Cook willing to work weekends, holidays and evenings. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments in team setting. Background in maintaining kitchen sanitation, preparing basic components of dishes and working within team of cooks.
Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Line Cook
Skrimp Shack
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Supported head chef during high-volume periods by efficiently executing complex tasks with precision under pressure.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using various kitchen equipment safely for efficient food preparation.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality dishes in a timely manner.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Increased kitchen productivity by keeping tools organized for easy access when needed.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Mastered various cooking techniques, broadening menu offerings and introducing innovative dishes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking supplies and placing orders as needed.
- Boosted employee morale through positive attitude, willingness to assist others when needed.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Adapted recipes for special dietary needs, enhancing dining experience for guests with restrictions.
- Maintained high standards of food safety and hygiene, surpassing health inspection requirements.
- Optimized food presentation, resulting in positive customer feedback and increased social media attention.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workstation.
- Contributed to significant reduction in cooking time by organizing more efficient kitchen layouts.
- Managed kitchen equipment maintenance, preventing unexpected downtime and preserving workflow.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
Milkshake Maker
The Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Assessed issues with faulty equipment and utilized troubleshooting methods to alleviate problems and restore optimal production levels.
- Prepared mixtures by properly filling kettles, pressure cookers and other processing containers with exact ingredients in accurate proportions.
- Created batches of food products with specified flavor, texture, clarity, bouquet and color profiles by following production recipes and procedures.
- Cleaned and sterilized factory processing containers and work areas to keep foods safe.
- Followed instructions and processes to maintain food and beverage integrity.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized to promote safety, productivity and team success.
- Maintained ingredients and supplies inventories, enabling timely stock replenishment.
- Adhered to company safety policies and procedures for proper food safety and sanitation.
- Selected correct ingredients and garnishes according to recipe specifications.
- Worked in production to improve efficiency.
- Operated food production equipment safely and responsibly for quality output.
- Provided exceptional customer service, promptly addressing any inquiries or concerns to ensure satisfaction with their ice cream experience.
- Helped maintain a safe work environment by identifying potential hazards and taking appropriate steps to mitigate risks before accidents occurred.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by creating and maintaining a clean, organized workspace for ice cream production.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations by adhering to proper food handling procedures at all times.
- Maximized product consistency by following established recipes and measuring ingredients accurately.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new machinery or software systems as needed to stay current within the industry.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
Saint Joseph's University
Philadelphia, PA 05.2024 - Current
Skills
Ingredient Preparation
Food presentation
Food Safety
Kitchen Operations
Server Communication
Following cooking methods
Food Preparation
Kitchen Sanitation
Active listener
Time Management
Kitchen Organization
Customer Service
Certification
CPR
Timeline
Line Cook
Skrimp Shack
06.2024 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
Saint Joseph's University
05.2024 - Current
Milkshake Maker
The Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar
09.2023 - 03.2024
CPR
04-2019
First Aid
04-2019
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