Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Damon Chester

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Hot Prep Cook

Sweetgreen
Wayne, Pennsylvania
08.2023 - Current
  • Checked the quality of raw materials before beginning food preparation.
  • Labeled all stored foods with the name of the item, date prepared, cooked, received.
  • Practiced proper sanitation techniques while cleaning pots, pans, utensils and other kitchen equipment.
  • Cooked hot meals according to specified menus and recipes.

Hot Prep Cook

Ann's Choice Retirement Community
Warminster, Pennsylvania
07.2023 - 07.2024
  • Stocked and replenished kitchen supplies as needed.
  • Monitored portion sizes to minimize waste and maximize profits.
  • Assisted other cooks when necessary by performing tasks such as cutting vegetables or preparing sauces.
  • Monitored temperatures of ovens, grills, stoves, and fryers to ensure proper functioning during service periods.

Hot Prep Cook

Sweetgreen
Wayne, Pennsylvania
01.2021 - 07.2022
  • Weighed or measured ingredients required for specific menu items.
  • Adhered to all safety protocols while using sharp knives, slicing machines, and other kitchen equipment.
  • Stored cooked foods properly in designated containers to maintain temperature control and freshness.
  • Dressed salads according to established standards.

Car Detailer

Reedman Toll Auto
Springfield Township, PA
03.2014 - 02.2020
  • Shampooed carpets, floor mats and upholstery to clean stains and spills.
  • Vacuumed carpets and upholstery to remove dust and dirt particles.
  • Washed exterior surfaces to remove dirt and debris from the body of the vehicle.
  • Cleaned and polished vehicles using wax, polishes, detergents, brushes, water hoses, vacuums and other specialized equipment.

Education

HVAC Installation And Repair

CHI Institute
Broomall, PA
10-2012

High School Diploma -

Simon Gratz High School
Philadelphia, PA
06-1995

Skills

  • Recipe Adaptation
  • Grilling Techniques
  • Food Preparation
  • Knife Skills
  • Stock Rotation
  • Ingredient Preparation

Certification

  • Serve Safety
  • CPR/BLS

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Hot Prep Cook

Sweetgreen
08.2023 - Current

Hot Prep Cook

Ann's Choice Retirement Community
07.2023 - 07.2024

Hot Prep Cook

Sweetgreen
01.2021 - 07.2022

Car Detailer

Reedman Toll Auto
03.2014 - 02.2020

HVAC Installation And Repair

CHI Institute

High School Diploma -

Simon Gratz High School
Damon Chester