Colin Olson
Kaneohe,HI
Summary
Dependable Kitchen Staff Member trained in multiple stations. Supports and enhances kitchen operations by flexing easily between cooking, restocking and cleaning. Highly knowledgeable about health code requirements and good stock management.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Fencing Contractor
Habilitat
Kaneohe, HI
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Performed repairs on damaged fencing including patching holes, replacing broken pickets or panels, tightening loose wires and posts.
- Utilized hand tools such as post hole diggers, saws, drills and hammers during installation processes.
- Inspected completed projects for accuracy and quality assurance.
- Applied sealants to protect wood from weather elements.
- Attached gates to posts using hinges or bolts.
- Measured distances accurately using tape measures or lasers.
- Ensured proper alignment of posts by checking levels.
- Constructed gates to match existing fence styles or as requested by customers.
- Prepared cost estimates for projects based on labor, materials, and other costs.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed at all times while on the job site.
- Removed old fencing prior to new installations.
- Filled holes with concrete mix according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Installed wood, metal, vinyl, chain-link and other types of fences in residential and commercial locations.
Line Cook
Stanley's and Seaforts
Tacoma, WA
01.2020 - 08.2022
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production sheets including waste logs.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Tracked inventory levels of all products used in the kitchen on a daily basis.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Responded quickly to any customer complaints or concerns about their dining experience.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Adhered to portion controls and presentation specifications.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- 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.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
Line Cook
The Ram
Puyallup, WA
01.2017 - 02.2020
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Tracked inventory levels of all products used in the kitchen on a daily basis.
- Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Prepped garnishes to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- 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.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
Education
High School Diploma -
Graham Kapowsin High School
Graham, WA05-2018
Skills
- Client Communication
- Food Safety
- Ingredient Preparation
- Portioning
- Line Management
- Food rotation
- Inventory Management
- Knife Skills
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- Head Chef Collaboration
- Server Communication
- Meat Cutting
- Team Coordination
- Kitchen Sanitization
- Deep Fryer Operation
- Food Preparation
- Kitchen Organization
- Salad preparation
- Menu Item Memorization
- Grilling Techniques
- Crew training
- Dish preparation
- Active listener
- Problem-Solving
- Food safety knowledge
- Sauce preparation
- Menu Planning
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Welding Techniques
- Material Selection
- Site preparation
- Estimating costs
- Metal Fabrication
- Food presentation
Timeline
Fencing Contractor
Habilitat
01.2022 - 01.2024
Line Cook
Stanley's and Seaforts
01.2020 - 08.2022
Line Cook
The Ram
01.2017 - 02.2020
High School Diploma -
Graham Kapowsin High School