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Claton Haynes

Orlando,FL

Summary

Professional culinary worker with robust experience in food preparation and kitchen operations. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring efficient workflows and high-quality results. Adaptable and reliable, capable of handling changing needs with ease. Skilled in ingredient preparation, kitchen safety, and maintaining cleanliness. Known for organizational skills and consistent adherence to high standards.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Prep Cook /Main Grill Cook

Bahama Breeze
02.2024 - Current
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
  • Supported the success of daily operations by assisting chefs with ingredient prep work as needed.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace during busy shifts.

Lead Chef/Supervisor

Macaroni Grill
02.2022 - Current
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • 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.
  • Supervised and enhanced work of 5-person team producing more than 200 plates per day

Kitchen Supervisor

Embassy Suites
01.2023 - 07.2024
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
  • Directed activities of team of skilled kitchen workers preparing and serving meals.
  • Controlled food costs and managed inventory.

Chef

Longhorn Steakhouse
03.2016 - 02.2022
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • maintaining high quality plating serving over 750 a night.

Education

GED -

Porus High School
07.2002

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Inventory Monitoring
  • Attention to Detail
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Verbal and written communication

Accomplishments

  • Recognized for continuous commitment to my plating presentation.

Timeline

Prep Cook /Main Grill Cook

Bahama Breeze
02.2024 - Current

Kitchen Supervisor

Embassy Suites
01.2023 - 07.2024

Lead Chef/Supervisor

Macaroni Grill
02.2022 - Current

Chef

Longhorn Steakhouse
03.2016 - 02.2022

GED -

Porus High School

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