Daniel Dambach
Macomb,MI
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Line Cook Supervisor at Foxfire Fixins, recognized for enhancing kitchen efficiency and mentoring junior staff. Proven leadership capabilities led to improved dish quality and customer satisfaction. Strong organizational skills and effective decision-making fostered a productive work environment, ensuring compliance with food safety standards and reducing waste through meticulous inventory management and documentation.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Hamlin Pub
10.2024 - Current
- 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.
Cultivator
Contract Worker
06.2023 - 10.2024
- Maintained detailed records of cultivation activities for accurate planning, tracking progress, and reporting purposes.
- Stayed current with industry trends through research, conferences attendance, networking events participation; applied relevant knowledge to improve operational efficiency continuously.
- Improved plant growth and health by implementing proper cultivation techniques and environmental controls.
- Mentored junior staff members in best practices for cultivation techniques leading to improved overall performance across the team.
- Enhanced yield quality by applying appropriate nutrient solutions and monitoring pH levels.
Steel Worker
PTM
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Maintained clean and organized workspaces, contributing to overall productivity and a safe working environment.
- Transported heavy steel components from ground level to elevated structures.
- Inspected completed steel structures for alignment and compliance.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular safety training sessions.
Linecook
Anitas Waterfront Grille
04.2021 - 06.2022
- 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.
Deckhand
Champion Auto Ferry
03.2020 - 06.2021
- Developed strong teamwork skills by actively collaborating with fellow crew members in various tasks and emergency situations.
- Handled lines during mooring operations efficiently, securing the vessel safely at designated locations.
- Inspected and maintained deck equipment and supplies.
- Performed maintenance tasks such as painting, chipping rust, and greasing equipment to extend the lifespan of onboard assets.
Line Cook Supervisor
Foxfire Fixins
09.2017 - 04.2020
- Coordinated seamless shift transitions by maintaining thorough handover notes and clear communication channels among team members.
- Streamlined communication between front-of-house and back-of-house staff, reducing order errors and enhancing guest satisfaction.
- Overhauled kitchen organization system, increasing workspace functionality and expediting meal preparation times.
- Mentored junior cooks for improved cooking techniques, resulting in higher quality dishes and increased customer satisfaction.
- Oversaw timely completion of daily prep lists, ensuring essential mise en place was readily available for efficient service execution.
- Assured food safety compliance by enforcing proper sanitation protocols and adherence to industry regulations.
- Facilitated ongoing training programs for line cooks, promoting professional growth and improving overall team performance.
- Monitored food quality at all stages of production, ensuring consistently high standards were met across all dishes served.
- Reduced food waste by implementing portion control measures and closely monitoring inventory levels.
Line Cook
San Souci Bar
08.2016 - 09.2018
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Store Clerk
San Souci Market
01.2015 - 09.2016
- Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
- Assisted in maintaining a welcoming store atmosphere by keeping common areas clean, well-lit, and inviting for customers.
- Assisted customer by locating items, processing payments, and carrying out heavy purchases.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Provided backroom support by organizing incoming shipments, tagging merchandise correctly, and restocking shelves as needed.
Maintenance Crew Member
Algonac State Park
02.2014 - 11.2014
- Followed routine maintenance checklist.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Removed outdoor debris and yard clippings into receptacles to properly maintain grounds.
- Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
- Used various equipment to remove snow and sprinkled rock salt on walkways to prevent falls.
- Mowed large areas of lawn with Zero turn mowers and industrial weed whippers
Education
GED -
L'anse Creuse High School
Harrison Twp Mi03-2013
Skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Multifaceted focus
- Time allocation skills
- Results driven
- Efficient workplace management
- Effective decision-making ability's
- Proven leadership capability's
- articulate communication tools
- Documentation and reporting
Timeline
Line Cook
Hamlin Pub
10.2024 - Current
Cultivator
Contract Worker
06.2023 - 10.2024
Steel Worker
PTM
08.2022 - 07.2023
Linecook
Anitas Waterfront Grille
04.2021 - 06.2022
Deckhand
Champion Auto Ferry
03.2020 - 06.2021
Line Cook Supervisor
Foxfire Fixins
09.2017 - 04.2020
Line Cook
San Souci Bar
08.2016 - 09.2018
Store Clerk
San Souci Market
01.2015 - 09.2016
Maintenance Crew Member
Algonac State Park
02.2014 - 11.2014
GED -
L'anse Creuse High School
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