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Damond Taylor

Damond Taylor

Tyler,TX

Summary

Professional culinary expert with strong skills in high-pressure kitchen environments. Proven ability to prepare diverse dishes while maintaining high standards of quality and presentation. Solid track record of collaborating effectively with team members and adapting to changing needs. Known for reliability, culinary creativity, and strong focus on achieving outstanding results.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Shift Manager

Popeyes® Louisana Kitchen
09.2024 - 10.2024
  • Handled escalated customer issues effectively, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills while upholding company values and standards.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job responsibilities, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
  • Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
  • Improved overall team performance by effectively delegating tasks and providing clear instructions.
  • Worked closely with team members to schedule breaks and shifts to meet state regulations.

Line Cook

JALEPENO TREE
01.2020 - 07.2021
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • 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.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.

Education

Culinary Diploma - Culinary

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Boulder, CO
10-2024

High School Diploma or GED -

John Tyler HS
01.2019

Skills

  • Inventory
  • Knife Skills
  • Mise en Place
  • Food Safety Knowledge
  • Safety Procedure Knowledge
  • Portioning
  • Vegetable Cookery
  • Sauce Making
  • Frying
  • Sauteing
  • Grilling
  • Inventory controls

Certification

Food Handlers Card

Opentorelocation

True

Opentopositions

  • Full Time
  • Part Time
  • Seasonal

Locations

  • Tyler, TX, 75701, USA
  • Longview, TX, 75601, USA

Timeline

Shift Manager

Popeyes® Louisana Kitchen
09.2024 - 10.2024

Line Cook

JALEPENO TREE
01.2020 - 07.2021

High School Diploma or GED -

John Tyler HS

Culinary Diploma - Culinary

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts

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