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Carrie Burnett

Pell City

Summary

Dynamic Senior Cook with a proven track record at Compass Group Management, excelling in food safety and allergen awareness. Recognized for enhancing kitchen efficiency and mentoring junior staff, I consistently delivered high-quality dishes while fostering teamwork and ensuring customer satisfaction. Adept at implementing innovative culinary techniques to elevate dining experiences.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Cook

Compass Group Management
09.2023 - Current
  • Consistently met or exceeded daily production goals while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Spearheaded efforts to maintain accurate recipe files, ensuring consistency across all dishes produced within the establishment.
  • Streamlined kitchen processes, resulting in faster ticket times and increased customer satisfaction rates.
  • Conducted routine equipment maintenance checks, minimizing downtime due to malfunctioning appliances.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, adhering to strict health department guidelines.
  • Mentored junior cooks, providing guidance on advanced cooking techniques and best practices.
  • Demonstrated versatility by mastering various cooking stations within the restaurant''s fast-paced kitchen environment.
  • Collaborated with fellow cooks to ensure smooth service during high-volume periods.
  • Supported front-of-house staff with timely dish preparation and efficient communication during busy shifts.
  • Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.

Allertrain Senior Cook

UAB
04.2021 - 09.2023
  • Consistently met or exceeded daily production goals while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work and implementing time-saving techniques.
  • Implemented proper food handling procedures, ensuring the safety of all dishes served to guests.
  • Collaborated with fellow cooks to ensure smooth service during high-volume periods.
  • Supported front-of-house staff with timely dish preparation and efficient communication during busy shifts.
  • Remained up-to-date on culinary trends, continually refining personal techniques to stay ahead in the industry.
  • Contributed to a positive workplace culture by fostering strong relationships with co-workers and demonstrating leadership skills.
  • Reduced food waste by monitoring inventory levels and adjusting production accordingly.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with consistent attention to plating detail and presentation.
  • Mentored junior cooks, providing guidance on advanced cooking techniques and best practices.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, adhering to strict health department guidelines.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
  • Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
  • Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
  • Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
  • Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.

Senior Cook

Samford University
08.2020 - 04.2023

I was the allertrain senior cook here....I enjoyed cooking great tasting food for the students with allergies

Education

Did Not Graduate - Basic

Gardendale High
Gardendale, AL

Skills

  • Knife skills
  • Ingredient knowledge
  • Frying techniques
  • Sanitation procedures
  • Food presentation
  • Allergen awareness
  • Grilling techniques
  • Food pairing
  • Sauce preparation
  • Plating techniques
  • Garnishing techniques
  • Special diets
  • Roasting techniques
  • Braising techniques
  • Steaming techniques
  • Poaching techniques
  • Mentoring junior staff
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Food safety
  • Food preparation
  • Training and mentoring
  • Meal preparation
  • Sanitation standards
  • Cooking
  • Food storage
  • Staff training
  • Nutrition
  • Special events
  • Nutrition expertise
  • Culinary techniques
  • Food safety procedures
  • Kitchen workflow management
  • Dish preparation
  • Food allergy safety
  • Safety and health guidelines
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Food preparing, plating, and presentation
  • Team building and development
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Food prep planning
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Customer satisfaction
  • Organizational skills
  • Creative thinking
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Decision-making
  • Kitchen safety
  • Safe food handling
  • Prioritization and organization
  • Relationship building
  • Staff supervision and coordination
  • Catering and events
  • Task prioritization
  • Team building
  • Coordinating kitchen staff

Accomplishments

I participated in cooking for the coaches and athletes for the world games.This is an achievement I'm very proud of .It was a once in a lifetime event and I'm so grateful I was able to play a part in this event.


There's was another amazing event aswell called the SACA event we hosted at UAB..this event was extravagant to say the least..I learned so much during these times

Timeline

Senior Cook

Compass Group Management
09.2023 - Current

Allertrain Senior Cook

UAB
04.2021 - 09.2023

Senior Cook

Samford University
08.2020 - 04.2023

Did Not Graduate - Basic

Gardendale High