Colin Buckley
Bellingham,MA
Summary
Adept at food preparation and plating, I excelled at Glen Pharmer by ensuring top-notch quality and taste, adhering to strict sanitation practices. My ability to manage high-pressure situations and prioritize tasks effectively boosted productivity and customer satisfaction. Demonstrated exceptional knife skills and a keen focus on enhancing presentation and service standards.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
BOH Line Cook
Glen Pharmer
06.2023 - Current
- Ensured consistent taste and quality by adhering to standardized recipes and carefully measuring ingredients.
- Consistently met high volume demands while maintaining impeccable quality control standards for all dishes prepared.
- Utilized strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities simultaneously under pressure during busy shifts.
- Raised the level of presentation quality by focusing on detail-oriented plating techniques for each dish served.
Food Runner/ Expo
Avalenas Bar and Grill
Millis, MA
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally during peak hours or unexpected rushes at the restaurant.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere for patrons.
- Assisted servers in attending to guests'' needs, ensuring a smooth service flow during peak hours.
Food Runner/ Busser
Medway Cafe
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally during peak hours or unexpected rushes at the restaurant.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritizing duties effectively for maximum productivity.
- Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
- Collaborated with the kitchen staff to ensure accuracy of orders, minimizing order errors and complaints.
Busser
Coachmen’s Lodge
Bellingham, MA
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
Fry Cook
Hide Away Pizza
Medway, MA
09.2020 - 02.2021
- Operated large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers or griddles.
- Cleaned, stocked, and restocked workstations and display cases.
- Enhanced food quality by ensuring proper cooking times and temperatures for various fried foods.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Education
Degree In Culinary Arts - Culinary
Blackstone Valley Tech
Upton, MA05.2022
Skills
- Food preparation
- Food plating
- Stock rotation
- Temperature control
- Knife skills
- Sanitation practices
Additional Information
After I graduated highschool I attended Johnson and wales university for 3 semesters and didn’t finish my degree however I have plans to go back and continue in the future
Timeline
BOH Line Cook
Glen Pharmer
06.2023 - Current
Food Runner/ Expo
Avalenas Bar and Grill
11.2021 - 05.2023
Food Runner/ Busser
Medway Cafe
08.2021 - 11.2021
Busser
Coachmen’s Lodge
04.2021 - 08.2021
Fry Cook
Hide Away Pizza
09.2020 - 02.2021
Degree In Culinary Arts - Culinary
Blackstone Valley Tech