Cameron Hayes
Thomasville,NC
Summary
Skilled in kitchen operations and inventory management, I significantly enhanced efficiency at Barberitos Southwestern Grille & Cantina. Demonstrating teamwork and a keen eye for detail, I mastered sauce preparation and ingredient readiness, contributing to a seamless food service flow. My proactive approach and ability to adapt quickly to menu changes underscore my reliability and ambition in culinary environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Prep Cook/BOH Supervisor
Barberitos Southwestern Grille & Cantina
High Point, NC
02.2022 - Current
- Arrive at 8 AM, take inventory, and make a prep list for the day.
- Receive the produce truck twice a week, check the order for any unacceptable produce or missing items, and resolve any potential conflicts with the driver before they leave.
- Wash, cut, and store the produce.
- Make all the marinades, salsas, pico de gallo, and guacamole every day from scratch ingredients.
- Receive the Sysco truck once a week, checking the order for any damaged or missing items, and putting the truck up following the first-in, first-out method.
- Communicate with the General and District Manager regarding what to order for the next produce or Sysco trucks.
- Supervise any other associates in the BOH in the manager's absence to ensure they follow all the proper food safety protocols.
- Helped train and develop new talent.
- Responsible for managing the spices inventory and ordering them when needed.
- Maintain a daily routine to leave the prep area clean and sanitized.
- Travel to sister stores to assist when needed.
- Assist on the line if necessary to maintain a smooth flow for the customers.
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
- Maintained clean and orderly kitchen by regularly washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, and taking out trash.
Rural Mail Carrier Associate
United States Postal Service, USPS
Lexington, North Carolina
11.2017 - 04.2021
- Delivered mail along prescribed route and retrieved additional mail from relay boxes.
- Inspected delivery vehicle prior to shift, immediately reporting problems and safety hazards to supervisors.
- Assisted customers with various inquiries related to postal services.
- Observed road rules, weather, and road conditions and other factors to maintain safe driving record.
- Sorted mail for delivery, arranging mail in delivery sequence.
- Collected money for cash-on-delivery and postage-due mail to turn in receipts to postal office.
- Followed up with customers after deliveries were made to verify satisfaction.
- Delivered mail in a timely manner while adhering to safety regulations.
- Collected outgoing mail from homes and businesses to deliver to post office for processing.
- Provided change-of-address cards and other postal forms upon customer request.
- Monitored inventory of postage stamps, envelopes, boxes, and labels at post office locations.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner when necessary.
- Organized all incoming and outgoing mails in an orderly fashion.
- Assisted customers by lifting heavy packages and placing parcels by front door or garage.
- Assisted other carriers during peak periods or when needed due to absences from work.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries.
- Used road maps or GPS to verify routes and designated addresses.
- Observed all traffic laws while driving through rural areas.
- Handled undeliverable mail in accordance with established procedures.
- Obtained signatures for registered, certified, and insured mail.
- Scanned labels on letters or parcels to confirm receipt.
- Cleaned and checked over vehicle after completion of daily deliveries.
- Reported any suspicious activity noticed during delivery rounds.
- Entered change of address orders into computers to process forwarding address stickers.
- Participated in training sessions related to new postal regulations and procedures.
Grill Cook/Prep Cook
Barberitos Southwestern Grille & Cantina
High Point, North Carolina
06.2015 - 11.2017
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Safely operated ovens, grills, and other kitchen equipment to minimize accidents.
- Set up work stations prior to restaurant opening to improve speed during busy periods.
- Stocked kitchen with necessary ingredients for daily operations.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Organized food storage areas according to established guidelines for maximum efficiency.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Utilized excellent knife skills to chop and slice vegetables, and carve meats.
- Helped train and develop new talent.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Checked temperature of freezers and refrigerators to maintain proper storage of cold items.
- Measured and weighed food items to comply with portion requirements.
- Cleaned and sanitized grills and work areas before and after each shift.
- Chopped, diced, and sliced ingredients.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen area by sweeping floors at regular intervals.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ledford Senior High School
Thomasville, NC06-2014
Skills
- Ingredient preparation
- Sauce preparation
- Vegetable washing
- Food cost control
- Food processing
- Kitchen operations
- Cross-contamination prevention
- Herb and spice pairing
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Taste testing
- Knife skills
- Cleaning and organization
- Seasoning knowledge
- Menu adaptation
- Food spoilage prevention
- Grilling techniques
- Ambitious
- Food handling
- Willingness to learn
- Attention to detail
- Dependable and reliable
- Stock rotation
- Knife safety
- Active listener
- Kitchen organization
- Heavy lifting
- Inventory management
Certification
- Serve Safe Certified
Affiliations
- Semi Professional Foosball (Table Soccer) Player - I travel multiple times a year to compete in the state or on the road.
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Prep Cook/BOH Supervisor
Barberitos Southwestern Grille & Cantina
02.2022 - Current
Rural Mail Carrier Associate
United States Postal Service, USPS
11.2017 - 04.2021
Grill Cook/Prep Cook
Barberitos Southwestern Grille & Cantina
06.2015 - 11.2017
- Serve Safe Certified
High School Diploma -
Ledford Senior High School
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