Proactive cook with strong background in kitchen safety and training. Experienced in maintaining inventory and enforcing sanitation practices, ready to contribute to a dynamic kitchen environment focused on quality and customer satisfaction.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
cook
All Stars Bar and Grill
Lake Wales
04.2023 - 05.2025
Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently to support daily food production.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace and food preparation areas.
Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and ordering supplies.
Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
Adhered to food safety regulations while handling, storing, and preparing ingredients.
Trained new kitchen staff on cooking techniques, equipment use, and safety practices.
Developed new recipes and menu items based on seasonal availability of ingredients.
Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.