Cayman Taylor
Cook
Monongahela,PA
Summary
Seeking a job where I can positively impact the success of the organization with my current knowledge and work ethic while also continuing to learn through experience and formal training.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
Fresh Fork Cafe
Bethel Park, PA
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
- Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
Deli Clerk
Trax Farms
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Delivered exemplary customer service to guests, even in peak business periods to promote retention.
- Responded to telephone inquiries regarding available products and services and helped customers make appropriate choices.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Took special orders for event catering and party trays, assisting customers by recommending additional items, condiments, and garnishes.
- Monitored inventory levels to order new supplies and maintain consistent stock.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
Line cook/ Cater
Bridgeside Market
07.2020 - 02.2024
- Daily prep for the whole which includes, Deli salads, Hot line, Catering, Specials
- Plan and order product for catering
- Maintain freshness for all product coming in and out of the store
- Daily produce order to maintain a high level of quality
- Made sure all product was used in a wise and timely manner
- Open and close store daily to ServSafe standards
- Filled in as needed- take guest orders, ring guests out, wash dishes, ect…
Prep Cook
Mediterra Cafe
Sewickley, PA
02.2019 - 01.2020
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced [Type] environment.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
Cooking Intern
Chatham University: Eden Hall
07.2017 - 01.2018
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Planned menus for different events, seasons and customer requests.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Developed innovative, creative menu items and recipes for vegetarian, vegan and protein meals using leftovers and other eco friendly products
Line cook
Edgeworth club
12.2018 - 03.2019
- Nightly dinner prep for new and standard menu items
- Maintain a professional cleanness at all times
- Nightly counts on all meats.
- Help create new menu items
Line cook
Azul Bar y Cantina
07.2018 - 12.2018
- Finish any prep that was not completed for dinner
- Wash dishes as needed
- Run expo as needed
- Closed on a nightly basis
poissonier
Bruneaux
03.2018 - 07.2018
- Filet fish for dinner nightly
- Peel and devein prawns for service
- Keep a nightly count on all seafood
- Insure safe keeping for all seafood
Line Cook
Ditka’s
02.2017 - 06.2017
- Pantry: make salad, plate desserts
- Grill/Fry: make burgers, crab cakes, filet sliders
- Sauté: bass, chicken marsala, and other seafood
Warehouse Associate, Inventory Management Specialist
More Flavor
09.2015 - 02.2017
- Received customer orders, ensured they are properly fulfilled and shipped in a timely manner
- Efficiently packed and verified accuracy all orders, reducing shipping costs
- Received inventoried and stowed shipments from external warehouses
- Maintained a safe, clean and functional warehouse
- Responsible for weekly inventory of the entire warehouse ensuring absolute accountability of all stock
Warehouse Replenishment
Michaels
07.2015 - 12.2016
- Replenished stock to ensure the store looking well organized and professional at all times
- Efficiently unloaded and stored deliveries to keep the store well supplied
- Followed detailed schematics to reorganize the store in a more customer-friendly layout
Receiving, Outside Lawn and Garden
Lowes
02.2015 - 07.2015
- Located and put away product in multiple departments.
- Maintained organization of all product for outside garden
- Licensed on all heavy machinery
- Helped departments get ready for inventory.
Phase Change Crew
Toys-R-Us
08.2013 - 10.2013
- Moved product from one side of the store to the other side
- Changed and set up shelves
- Made labels and put them with the right product
Backroom Specialist
Toys-R-Us
10.2012 - 03.2013
- Checked and received online orders at certain times.
- Picked, packed and shipped the product
- Helped maintain organization in the Backroom
- Helped with guests when needed
Assistant Manager and Lead Customer Service Representative
Circle K
07.2009 - 07.2012
- Counted cash and maintained books daily
- Planned and directed staffing, training and performance evaluations to develop and control service programs
- Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas
- Resolved customer complaints
- Processed merchandise returns and exchanges
- Counted money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure correct amounts and adequate change
- Answered customer’s questions and provide information on procedures and policies.
- Planned and managed staff of 3 - 6 people
Education
Diploma - Culinary Arts
Bidwell Training Center, Inc
Pittsburgh, PA02.2018
Criminal Justice
Community College of Beaver County
Monaca, PA01.2014
Professional Summary of Qualifications
- Motivated, organized, outgoing, and professional individual
- Successful in the workplace and very driven to succeed
- Performs well within groups and individually, excels in fast-paced environments
- Proficient at managing multiple tasks under my responsibility
- Confident in my abilities while adhering work ethics
- Gained insight and objectivity with professional career experience
- Fluent with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Vista, Windows 8 and Adobe
Skills
Vegetable washing
Sauce preparation
Cutting and slicing techniques
Stock management
Safe food handling procedures
Portion control
Batch cooking
Cooking techniques
Knife skills
Kitchen equipment operation
Inventory management
Order delivery practices
Certification
- ServSafe
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Prep Cook
Fresh Fork Cafe
09.2024 - 01.2025
Deli Clerk
Trax Farms
03.2024 - 10.2024
Line cook/ Cater
Bridgeside Market
07.2020 - 02.2024
Prep Cook
Mediterra Cafe
02.2019 - 01.2020
Line cook
Edgeworth club
12.2018 - 03.2019
Line cook
Azul Bar y Cantina
07.2018 - 12.2018
poissonier
Bruneaux
03.2018 - 07.2018
Cooking Intern
Chatham University: Eden Hall
07.2017 - 01.2018
Line Cook
Ditka’s
02.2017 - 06.2017
Warehouse Associate, Inventory Management Specialist
More Flavor
09.2015 - 02.2017
Warehouse Replenishment
Michaels
07.2015 - 12.2016
Receiving, Outside Lawn and Garden
Lowes
02.2015 - 07.2015
Phase Change Crew
Toys-R-Us
08.2013 - 10.2013
Backroom Specialist
Toys-R-Us
10.2012 - 03.2013
Assistant Manager and Lead Customer Service Representative
Circle K
07.2009 - 07.2012
Diploma - Culinary Arts
Bidwell Training Center, Inc
Criminal Justice
Community College of Beaver County