Damon Sagel
Round Lake,IL
Summary
Dynamic industry professional with a proven track record, excelling in food preparation and customer service. Recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction through high-quality dish delivery and effective teamwork. Committed to maintaining cleanliness standards and fostering a collaborative kitchen environment, ensuring timely service and repeat business.
Hardworking and enthusiastic professional trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level industry position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Pizzeria DeVille
Libertyville Il
02.2024 - 01.2025
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality dishes in a timely manner.
Food Service Worker
Jesse Oaks Food and Drink
Grayslake, IL
01.2022 - 02.2024
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Boosted employee morale through positive attitude, willingness to assist others when needed.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using various kitchen equipment safely for efficient food preparation.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Strengthened team communication through active listening and constructive feedback during shift meetings or one-on-one sessions.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Optimized food presentation, resulting in positive customer feedback and increased social media attention.
- Improved team morale and productivity through effective communication and collaboration.
Education
GED -
College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL2021
Skills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Professional attitude
- Customer service
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Active listener
- Food preparation
- Food safety knowledge
- Cleanliness standards
- Server communication
- Food safety standards
- Workstation cleanliness
- Effective prioritization
- Punctual and honest
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Safe food handling
- Cleaning procedures
- Prioritization and organization
Timeline
Line Cook
Pizzeria DeVille
02.2024 - 01.2025
Food Service Worker
Jesse Oaks Food and Drink
01.2022 - 02.2024
GED -
College of Lake County