Christian DeVore
Summary
Culinary professional with a strong focus on delivering high-quality dishes during peak service hours. Expertise in managing multiple orders in a fast-paced environment while upholding strict kitchen hygiene and cleanliness standards, ensuring optimal guest experiences.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
RSA Rolling Smoke Barbecue
Riverside, California
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Operated smoker during service to enhance flavor profile of dishes.
- Prepared meats with seasonings to ensure rich flavor during the smoking process.
- Marinated meats in advance to ensure optimal flavor during service.
- Prepared and organized dishes for smoker to optimize cooking efficiency.
- Break down and trim various cuts of meat.
- Work in close quarters in a fast-paced kitchen during heavy lunch rushes.
- Prepared dishes for large banquets serving over 200 guests, ensuring timely delivery and quality.
Line Cook
Mezcal Ultra Lounge
Riverside, California
01.2020 - 07.2021
- Prepared ingredients to enhance speed of order assembly during peak hours.
- Coordinated multiple orders in high-pressure kitchen environment to ensure timely service.
- Executed customer orders promptly, contributing to overall satisfaction.
- Maintained hygiene standards by cleaning and sanitizing dishes consistently throughout shift.
- Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and dining area throughout shift.
Grillardin
Esabella's
Solihull, West Midlands United Kingdom
04.2017 - 09.2019
- Grilled various cuts of meat and seafood in fast-paced, fine-dining environment, consistently meeting customer specifications and ensuring timely service.
- Seasoned and prepared meats for grilling, enhancing flavor profiles to elevate customer satisfaction.
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures, ensuring consistent high-quality food output.
- Preseasoned meats and fish for sous vide and coordinated large banquet order preparations, guaranteeing timely service.
- Prepared meats and seafood for frying to ensure quality cooking.
- Portioned various cuts of meat and seafood for consistent serving sizes.
Line Cook
Antonio's on Melrose
Hollywood, California
03.2013 - 10.2017
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously, delivering meals promptly during peak periods.
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items, supporting efficient service in a fast-paced kitchen.
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before serving customers.
- Measured and mixed ingredients accurately to produce quality dishes.
- Prepped garnishes to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
- Executed basic knife skills, including dicing onions and slicing meats.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations during service hours.
- Washed and peeled ingredients to facilitate meal preparation.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT04-2027
Skills
- Culinary skills
- Grilling techniques
- Sauce preparation
- Ingredient measurement
- Menu planning and food safety
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- Project management
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Line Cook
RSA Rolling Smoke Barbecue
09.2021 - 05.2022
Line Cook
Mezcal Ultra Lounge
01.2020 - 07.2021
Grillardin
Esabella's
04.2017 - 09.2019
Line Cook
Antonio's on Melrose
03.2013 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Business
Western Governors University