Cody Kness
Joplin,Missouri
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner Operator
Colors By Cody Painting
Joplin, Missouri
01.2021 - Current
- Monitored financial performance of the business on a weekly basis to ensure fiscal responsibility.
- Implemented cost-saving measures across departments while maintaining quality standards.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally in order to maintain a positive reputation for the business.
- Negotiated contracts with clients for products or services rendered by the company.
- Identified potential risks associated with operations in order to minimize liabilities.
- Ensured compliance with all local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the operation of the business.
- Developed business plan and budget to maximize profitability.
Line Cook
Applebee's Grill + Bar
Joplin, Missouri
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production sheets including waste logs.
- Responded quickly to any customer complaints or concerns about their dining experience.
- Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
- Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment ensuring proper functioning order.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Tracked inventory levels of all products used in the kitchen on a daily basis.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Adhered to portion controls and presentation specifications.
- Prepped garnishes to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
- Cleaned cooking and refrigeration equipment to sanitize and prevent food-borne illness.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Mentored and trained staff by teaching cooking skills and kitchen maintenance, improving overall quality and performance.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Washed and peeled ingredients to prepare for different meals and recipes.
- Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Placed orders for supplies and food inventory items with vendors to restock pantry and refrigerator.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Trained new team members on proper meat and vegetable preparation techniques.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Portioned food onto plates, added garnishes and sauces and handed off to wait staff for serving.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
- Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
Education
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
Labette Community College
Parsons, KS05-2012
Skills
- Personnel Management
- Financial Planning
- Negotiation
- Performance Analysis
- Relationship Management
- Document Management
- Safe Driving
- Strong Work Ethic
- Problem-solving capabilities
- Courteous and polite demeanor
- Dependable and reliable
- Customer-Oriented
- Accurate record keeping
- Planning ability
- Customer Retention
- Schedule Management
- Business Forecasting
- Inventory Management
Timeline
Owner Operator
Colors By Cody Painting
01.2021 - Current
Line Cook
Applebee's Grill + Bar
01.2017 - 01.2020
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
Labette Community College