Christopher Barnes
cook
Saratoga Springs,NY
Summary
I am 43 years old I've been in the restaurant industry since i was 16.I know every aspect of the business from dish washing to management .hiring firing and everything in between..I have also done landscaping and have taking courses in the electrician field I am ready willing and able to work. And am happy to teach what I know , also to learn as much as possible about things i do not know..I am a responsible ,hard working individual .Who would be happy to join a team of individuals that is as devoted as i am.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
The Local
04.2018 - 10.2021
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced [Type] environment.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
- Developed relationships with local suppliers to obtain freshest ingredients available.
Cook
Prime At Saratoga National
03.2015 - 09.2018
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced [Type] environment.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
- Developed relationships with local suppliers to obtain freshest ingredients available.
Cook
Sperrysrestaurant
01.2013 - 05.2015
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
Cook
Peabodys
05.2008 - 02.2015
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
Cook Shift Leader
Stadium Cafe
05.2004 - 02.2012
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Suggested actionable improvements to streamline training procedures.
Cook
Applebee's Grill + Bar
09.2000 - 04.2003
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
Grounds Maintenance Landscaper
Vanpaton Golf Course
05.1998 - 01.2001
- Educated employees and members of public on plant biology and health.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Edged and mowed lawns, flowerbeds and landscape features.
- Performed weekly groundskeeping and building maintenance for multiple satisfied customers.
- Landscaped yards by planting flowers, grass, trees, and bushes.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Collected and removed debris at job sites.
Education
GED -
Kathleen Senior High School
Lakeland, FL05.1998
Skills
- Garnishing and Plating
- Food Plating and Presentation
- Proper Food Temperatures
- Cuisine Type Expert
- Contemporary Sauce Work
- Institutional and Batch Cooking
- Staff Meetings
- Dish Preparation
- Hot and Cold Foods
Timeline
Cook
The Local
04.2018 - 10.2021
Cook
Prime At Saratoga National
03.2015 - 09.2018
Cook
Sperrysrestaurant
01.2013 - 05.2015
Cook
Peabodys
05.2008 - 02.2015
Cook Shift Leader
Stadium Cafe
05.2004 - 02.2012
Cook
Applebee's Grill + Bar
09.2000 - 04.2003
Grounds Maintenance Landscaper
Vanpaton Golf Course
05.1998 - 01.2001
GED -
Kathleen Senior High School
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