Christopher Whitsett
Whatley,AL
Summary
Dedicated and knowledgeable line cook with 10+ years experience of working in a kitchen. Started as a dishwasher and expanded my skills by learning and working every single station in the kitchen until I became an ACM( Assistant Kitchen Manager). Seeking a different career path to enhance my professional skills, capabilities and knowledge in an organization which recognizes the value of hard work and trusts me with responsibilities and challenges.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Grill Cook/Prep Cook
7 Spice Grocery & Grill
06.2022 - Current
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Upheld company standards for food safety, consistently passing inspections with high marks from health department officials.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture through respectful interactions and open communication with all members of the restaurant team.
- Optimized grill station productivity with regular maintenance checks and thorough cleaning procedures for equipment.
- Assisted in training new grill cooks, sharing expertise on grilling techniques and equipment usage.
- Demonstrated versatility by adeptly switching between various kitchen stations as needed during service hours.
- Developed strong working relationships with teammates to maintain an open line of communication for efficient problemsolving.
Assistant Culinary Manager
Bonefish Grill
08.2021 - 08.2024
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Reduced food waste through effective inventory management and menu planning.
- Developed strong vendor relationships, securing high-quality products at competitive prices.
Concrete Laborer
Lithko Contracting
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Smooth out freshly poured concrete with trowels and other finishing tools.
- Clean up work area by disposing of debris correctly when job is completed.
- Maintain equipment used during construction process in good working condition.
- Use shovels, hoes, rakes, and other tools to spread or level concrete.
- Perform minor maintenance tasks on equipment used during construction process.
- Loaded and unloaded necessary tools, materials, and machines from trucks and trailers.
- Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
- Removed debris and waste to clean site after completing work.
- Spread, leveled and smoothed concrete using rake or shovel.
Kitchen Cook/Assistant Culinary Manager
Bonefish Grill
05.2012 - 05.2019
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Trained employees on cooking techniques, safety standards and performance strategies.
- Contributed to successful shift management by helping with inventory and food ordering as well as team scheduling and work assignments.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage, and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
Education
G.E.D ( General Education Development) -
Dearborn YMCA
Mobile, AL2006
Skills
- Team-oriented
- Highly motivated
- Attention to Detail
- High volume production capability
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- Problem-Solving
- Equipment Maintenance
- Line Management
- Grilling Techniques
- Power Tool Operation
- Protective gear
- Site preparation
- Team-oriented and dependable
- Cleaning and organization
Timeline
Grill Cook/Prep Cook
7 Spice Grocery & Grill
06.2022 - Current
Assistant Culinary Manager
Bonefish Grill
08.2021 - 08.2024
Concrete Laborer
Lithko Contracting
03.2021 - 09.2021
Kitchen Cook/Assistant Culinary Manager
Bonefish Grill
05.2012 - 05.2019
G.E.D ( General Education Development) -
Dearborn YMCA
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