Clayton Hightree
Elcho
Summary
Dependable kitchen professional with extensive experience in meal preparation and dishwashing operations. Recognized for strong teamwork and effective communication skills that enhance kitchen safety and productivity. Adaptable to dynamic work environments, ensuring optimal support for team and customer needs. I'm a committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the workspace for the team and of course the team.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Hand
Trina’s Restaurant
Elcho
11.2023 - Current
- My current job at Trina's is much like the rest down below as a prep cook that prepares the cooks line to the dishwasher that makes sure customers plates are as shiny as they are sanitary and all in between.
- Since I've been sixteen years old I've had four jobs three of which have been at the same location with three different owners.
- The turnaround and volatility of the restaurant have never deterred me from my work the people I've worked with or the people I've served.
Kitchen Hand
Cozy Cottage Cafe & Fixins' LLC
Elcho
02.2021 - 10.2023
- .I maintained strict compliance with food safety protocols to guarantee a safe, clean and productive kitchen atmosphere.
- Assisted prep cook by washing vegetables and fruits, cutting meats, and performing other tasks as needed.
- Maintained a neat work station throughout shift hours.
- Doing all that I cleaned all dishes throughout the day from the steam table to the utensils
- In order to support the front I restocked condiments and other supplies for the front of house and throughout the restaurant dining room.
Kitchen Hand
Koni K's Restaurant
Elcho
06.2019 - 01.2020
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure a safe kitchen environment.
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items, supporting chefs in efficient meal service.
- Facilitated meal preparation by efficiently peeling and cutting fruit and vegetables.
- Cut or sliced meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
- Collaborated with chef to cook food while adhering to food preservation guidelines.
- Trained new kitchen hands in basic tasks, safety protocols, and kitchen standards.
- Worked with kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations and timely food preparation.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers regarding daily tasks assigned.
- Maintained a neat work station throughout shift hours.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Supported team by washing dishes and utensils promptly.
- Operated dishwashers to sanitize dishes and silverware.
Kitchen Hand
Billy Timber's Pub
Summit Lake
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Ensured compliance with food safety guidelines while handling food items.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workstations to uphold safety standards.
- Supported chefs in cooking, adhering to food preservation guidelines, and ensuring smooth workflow.
- Cleaned dishes, pots, pans, and utensils promptly to maintain efficiency.
- Operated dishwashers to effectively sanitize dishes and silverware.
- Sanitized surfaces with approved cleaning solutions after task completion.
- Swept and mopped floors regularly to sustain cleanliness in kitchen area.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Nicolet College
Rhinelander, WI04-2022
High School Diploma -
Elcho School District
Elcho, WI05-2020
Skills
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking Abilities
- Interpersonal communication
- Organizational skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Task prioritization
- Self-Directed
- Computer skills
- Food safety compliance
- Meal preparation
- Kitchen equipment maintenance
- Cooking support
- Ingredient preparation
- Dishwashing operations
- Customer service management
Timeline
Kitchen Hand
Trina’s Restaurant
11.2023 - Current
Kitchen Hand
Cozy Cottage Cafe & Fixins' LLC
02.2021 - 10.2023
Kitchen Hand
Koni K's Restaurant
06.2019 - 01.2020
Kitchen Hand
Billy Timber's Pub
05.2018 - 06.2019
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Nicolet College
High School Diploma -
Elcho School District