Chris Peake
Grants Pass,OR
Summary
Dynamic, results-driven professional with extensive experience in dishwashing/bussing, food preparation, and customer service at Hathaway House & Stables and Chicago's restaurant. Proven ability to uphold high sanitation standards while demonstrating meticulous attention to detail and strong communication skills. Skilled in multitasking within fast-paced environments, consistently ensuring quality and efficiency in all tasks. Committed to delivering exceptional service and maintaining a clean, organized workspace that enhances overall customer satisfaction. Always dependable and reliable while maintaining a perfect attendance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lawn Mowing/Winter Services (No Longer Pursuing)
Peak Performance Grass Cutting
Brooklyn, MI
04.2010 - 12.2025
- Executed lawn maintenance tasks including mowing, edging, and trimming to achieve a consistently well-manicured appearance
- Executed winter services
Dish/Line Cook/Prep Cook/Salad Line/Busser/Host
Hathaway House & Stables and Old Railroad Dinner Train & Catering
Blissfield, MI
05.2016 - 01.2022
- Executed efficient service operations under pressure during peak periods to uphold quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Monitored inventory levels, ensuring availability of fresh ingredients while minimizing waste.
- Boosted employee morale through positive attitude, willingness to assist others when needed.
- Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes following standard recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Conducted thorough inspections of cleaned items to ensure absence of residue or stains before storage.
- Supported needs of 14- person wait staff who attended to specific needs of countless customers daily.
Buffet Cook/Sole Line Cook/Buffet Cook & Attendant /Line Cook/Prep/Busser
Chicago’s
Toledo, OH
01.2011 - 05.2016
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of all dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
- Prepared and presented diverse buffet offerings, ensuring visual appeal and quality standards.
- Developed new recipes to innovate menu selections, increasing customer satisfaction.
- Adhered to portion control standards when plating meals, reducing excess costs associated with waste or inconsistent serving sizes.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Implemented efficient cleanup processes to minimize wait times between guest seating.
- Maintained high standards of food safety and sanitation practices consistently.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bedford Senior High
Temperance, MISkills
- Culinary preparation
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Physical Stamina/Time management
- Flexibility and Adaptability
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Communication/Excellent Customer Service
- Attention to detail
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Hands-on/problem solving
- Equipment operation
Certification
Servsafe
Timeline
Dish/Line Cook/Prep Cook/Salad Line/Busser/Host
Hathaway House & Stables and Old Railroad Dinner Train & Catering
05.2016 - 01.2022
Buffet Cook/Sole Line Cook/Buffet Cook & Attendant /Line Cook/Prep/Busser
Chicago’s
01.2011 - 05.2016
Lawn Mowing/Winter Services (No Longer Pursuing)
Peak Performance Grass Cutting
04.2010 - 12.2025
High School Diploma -
Bedford Senior High