Claressa Brown
Kissimmee
Summary
Hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives. Resourceful and results-driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet company needs and increase service value.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Sous Chef
Walt Disney World Resort
11.2024 - Current
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
COOK 1
Walt Disney World Resort
03.2023 - 11.2024
- Monitored food items, maintaining minimum guidelines for temperature, taste, and quality.
- Stored and rotated food products properly, maintaining freshness.
- Cooked food according to recipes set by establishment.
- Modeled flexible work style, shifting tasks as priorities and circumstances changed based on departmental needs.
- Monitored food preparation to ensure proper cooking techniques were utilized.
COOK 2
Walt Disney World Resorts
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Prepped items for various cooking methods by seasoning or marinating.
- Stocked and maintained sufficient levels of products to drive smooth food service.
- Assisted with food prep tasks, maximizing downtime during off-peak periods.
- Prepared variety of dishes using industrial kitchen equipment
- Monitored food preparation to ensure proper cooking techniques were utilized.
- Labeled and dated food, keeping industrial refrigerators and freezers neat and orderly.
CHEF
Primrose Schools of Four Points
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
LINE COOK
Berry Creek Country Club
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Worked with other members of the kitchen staff to ensure efficient service.
- Observed all food safety guidelines and regulations to reduce risks.
- Assisted in the daily preparation of food items in accordance with recipes.
- Prepared sauces and garnishes to add flavor to dishes.
- Utilized grills, fryers and ovens to heat food to appropriate serving temperatures.
- Opened or closed kitchen as dictated by department scheduling.
- Stocked and maintained prep stations to reduce wait times and shortages.
COOK
I Love Sushi
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Cooked food according to recipes set by establishment.
- Stored and rotated food products properly, maintaining freshness.
- Portioned food before cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
- Prepped items for various cooking methods by seasoning or marinating.
- Leveraged knife skills to cut or portion meats and vegetables.
- Observed proper plate presentation and garnish setup to meet plating requirements.
- Modeled flexible work style, shifting tasks as priorities and circumstances changed based on departmental needs.
- Liaised with front-of-house team to establish pace or meet special guest requests.
- Attended employee meetings, suggesting process improvements to management.
- Washed and sanitized hands throughout shift, promoting food safety and health requirements.
- Developed creative garnishes and presentations to enhance customer experiences.
DELI COOK
Wal-mart of Cedar Point
03.2020 - 08.2020
- Cleaned food preparation equipment, work areas, and counters, or tables.
- Grilled, cooked and fried foods such as french fries, eggs, and pancakes.
- Restocked kitchen supplies, rotated food, and stamp time and date on food in coolers.
- Assisted with new hire orientation and employee training.
- Managed and coordinated multiple projects while ensuring timely completion.
- Performed food preparation tasks, such as making sandwiches, carving meats, making soups, and salads, baking breads and desserts and brewing coffee and tea.
Education
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Austin, TX04.2022
Skills
- Culinary Arts
- Safe Food Handling Procedures
- Guest Satisfaction
- Food Rotation
- Event Catering
- Kitchen management
Certification
Servsafe Manager Certification
Timeline
Assistant Sous Chef
Walt Disney World Resort
11.2024 - Current
COOK 1
Walt Disney World Resort
03.2023 - 11.2024
COOK 2
Walt Disney World Resorts
09.2022 - 03.2023
CHEF
Primrose Schools of Four Points
03.2022 - 09.2022
LINE COOK
Berry Creek Country Club
09.2021 - 03.2022
COOK
I Love Sushi
06.2021 - 09.2021
DELI COOK
Wal-mart of Cedar Point
03.2020 - 08.2020
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts