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Life Scout in Boy Scouts
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Cole Shutack

Virginia Beach,VA

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level pastry position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

Sandy Schmidtman
01.2023 - 07.2023
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current culinary trends and techniques.
  • Assisted with menu development and planning.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
  • Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
  • Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
  • Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
  • Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.

Kitchen Prep Cook

Sandy Schmidtman
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
  • Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
  • Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
  • Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
  • Controlled food cost and waste by selecting and using correct ingredients and amounts.
  • Collaborated with the head chef to create seasonal menus and special dishes, offering more variety and selections to customers.
  • Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
  • Created new recipes and updated existing ones to reflect changing trends and customer preferences.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Trained and supervised cooking staff to expertly meet daily needs.
  • Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
  • Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
  • Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
  • Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced [Type] environment.
  • Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
  • Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
  • Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
  • Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
  • Suggested actionable improvements to streamline training procedures.

Education

High School Diploma -

Frank W. Cox High School
Virginia Beach, VA
06.2021

Skills

  • Inventory Management
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Dish Preparation
  • Vendor Relations
  • Chef Assistance
  • Stocking and Replenishing
  • Kitchen Preparation
  • Food Spoilage Prevention
  • Restaurant Operation
  • Food Preparation Supervision
  • Safe Handling
  • High-Volume Environments

Accomplishments

  • Promoted to sous chef in only 4 months.
  • Head of all baking in the restaurant.
  • Able to work well in every position in the kitchen.
  • In charge of restaurant running without a Chef or Owner present


Life Scout in Boy Scouts

I was apart of the Cub Scout and Boy scouts and Achieved the second highest award in Boy Scouts.

Timeline

Sous Chef

Sandy Schmidtman
01.2023 - 07.2023

Kitchen Prep Cook

Sandy Schmidtman
08.2022 - 01.2023

High School Diploma -

Frank W. Cox High School

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