Colton Honeycutt

Honolulu,HI

Summary

Adept at optimizing kitchen operations and enhancing food quality, my tenure at Raised by the Waves and Seven Brothers showcases a blend of culinary expertise and leadership. Specializing in food safety and sanitation, I also excel in staff coordination, achieving significant process improvements and maintaining high company standards. I am a forward-thinking professional with more than five years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven disciplinary skills.

Creative professional with a background in collaborative and fast-paced environments seeking to transition into a new field. Developed strong skills in visual storytelling, digital art software, and understanding of color theory and composition. Eager to apply these transferable skills to new challenges and opportunities.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Chef/Coffee Barista/Supervisor

Raised by the Waves

07.2023 - 08.2024

Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.

Cook/Assistant Griller/Head Cashier/Operations Shift Supervisor

Seven Brothers

08.2021 - 06.2022

Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.

Education

Associate of Arts - Business

University of Hawaii At Manoa

05.2028

Skills

Food safety and sanitation
Knife Skills
Cooking techniques
Food quality
Hospitality service expertise
Staff Coordination
Cost Control
Performance Improvement
Equipment Maintenance
Company quality standards
Regulatory Compliance

Forecasting and planning
Process Improvements
Operations Management
Resource Management
Acrylic painting
Visual art creation
Digital illustration
Traditional drawing
Artistic flair
2D design

Accomplishments

Designed whole new menu, including meal selections, beverages and pricing.

Languages

Japanese

Native or Bilingual

Timeline