Clark Michaels
Brooklyn
Summary
Dedicated Cook with fine-tuned skills in grill sauté and ingredient preparation. Valued employee known for staying calm in high-pressure environments. Highly experienced working in kitchens.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Line Cook
Boathouse Hotel and Restaurant
Kennebunkport
01.2021 - 06.2026
- Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes according to restaurant recipes.
- Coordinated with team members to facilitate timely meal service during peak hours, contributing to overall customer satisfaction.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment to support efficient meal preparation.
- Followed food safety standards to ensure high-quality meal preparation.
- Oversaw raw/oyster bar during peak season, utilizing specialized knowledge in shucking oysters to enhance customer experience.
Cook Shift Leader
Bandaloop
Kennebunkport
06.2011 - 05.2025
- Supervised kitchen staff during shifts to ensure efficient operations.
- Managed food preparation and cooking to maintain high-quality standards.
- Trained new cooks on recipes and kitchen procedures at Bandaloop.
- Coordinated inventory management and ordered supplies as needed.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in the kitchen.
Line/Banquet Cook
York Golf & Tennis Club
York
04.2016 - 12.2021
- Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes for large banquet events.
- Managed kitchen stations to ensure timely meal preparation and service.
- Worked with chef to complete dishes on schedule and in line with exacting presentation and taste standards.
- Collaborated with event coordinators to customize menu options for clients.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques.
Education
Culinary Arts
York County Community College
Wells , Maine 09.2006 - 05.2007
Skills
- Meal preparation
- Recipe adherence
- Seafood preparation
- Food safety
- Kitchen organization
- Inventory management
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Line Cook
Boathouse Hotel and Restaurant
01.2021 - 06.2026
Line/Banquet Cook
York Golf & Tennis Club
04.2016 - 12.2021
Cook Shift Leader
Bandaloop
06.2011 - 05.2025
Culinary Arts
York County Community College
09.2006 - 05.2007