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Damon Thompson

Epworth,IA

Summary

Reliable Head Cook offering 2 years of experience working in busy, institutional-sized kitchens. Detail-oriented Prep Cook successful in high-volume fast food settings. Highly skilled in different stations, cooking methods and presentations. Brings strong commitment to teamwork.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook Shift Leader

Pizza Plus Inc
Damascus, VA
02.2023 - 01.2024
  • Trained new cooks on proper food handling techniques.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of menu items, ingredients, and recipes.
  • Organized the work area for efficient functioning during shifts.
  • Enforced sanitation policies and procedures throughout the kitchen area.
  • Served as lead cook, guiding and assisting training of less experienced cooks.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work stations and equipment, complying with regulatory procedures.
  • Followed recipes and procedures to prepare, season and cook food products.
  • Operated variety of kitchen equipment to measure and mix ingredients.

Cook

Burger King
Mountain City, TN
05.2022 - 02.2023
  • Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
  • Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
  • Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
  • Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
  • Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
  • Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
  • Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
  • Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.

Cashier

Food City
Damascus, VA
06.2021 - 05.2022
  • Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
  • Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
  • Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
  • Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
  • Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
  • Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
  • Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
  • Adhered to loss prevention policies such as monitoring suspicious activity in order to prevent shoplifting.
  • Performed other duties as assigned by management.
  • Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.

Education

High School Diploma -

Johnson County High School
Mountain City, TN
08-2022

Skills

  • Waste Reduction
  • Cooking Techniques
  • Food Allergy Awareness
  • Food Storage
  • Knife Skills
  • Baking Techniques
  • Kitchen Management
  • Meal Preparation
  • Food Safety
  • Cleaning and Sanitation
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • OSHA Regulations
  • Structural Repairs
  • Finish Carpentry
  • Remodeling Projects
  • Welding and Electrical Knowledge
  • Valid Tennessee Driver's License
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Worksite Safety
  • Measuring and Cutting

Accomplishments

  • Graduated 3 weeks into senior year
  • 3.5+ GPA

Timeline

Cook Shift Leader

Pizza Plus Inc
02.2023 - 01.2024

Cook

Burger King
05.2022 - 02.2023

Cashier

Food City
06.2021 - 05.2022

High School Diploma -

Johnson County High School

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