Da'Juan Avant
Mankato,MN
Summary
Hard-working team member bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Keeps kitchen areas well-stocked and organized for maximum productivity. Team-oriented and reliable with excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
White Pines Assisted Living
05.2017 - Current
- Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
- Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
Line Cook
Olive Garden
03.2022 - 07.2024
Overnight Stocker and Receiver
Target
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Improved store efficiency by accurately stocking shelves and maintaining product organization overnight.
- Assisted with special projects or displays as needed, ensuring timely completion and alignment with store goals.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere, consistently lending assistance when needed for timely task completion.
- Reduced out-of-stock incidents by promptly unloading delivery trucks and efficiently sorting received goods.
Crew Member
Jamba Juice
05.2019 - 08.2020
- Prepared quality products while maintaining portion control and presentation within service goal times.
- Drove team success by completing assigned task quickly and accurately.
- Organized and restocked smoothie and cleaning supplies to support operations and team productivity.
- Answered customer questions and took orders.
- Wiped down tables and equipment, swept and refilled stock.
- Upheld high standards of productivity and quality in operations.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Physics
Minnesota State University - Mankato
Mankato, MNSkills
- High volume production capability
- Cleaning and organization
- Effective prioritization
- Team-oriented
- Equipment cleaning and maintenance
- Dish preparation
- Cutting and slicing techniques
Timeline
Line Cook
Olive Garden
03.2022 - 07.2024
Overnight Stocker and Receiver
Target
09.2021 - 01.2022
Crew Member
Jamba Juice
05.2019 - 08.2020
Cook
White Pines Assisted Living
05.2017 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Physics
Minnesota State University - Mankato
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