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Nicolas Allen

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience, excelling in food handling and staff training. Proven ability to enhance kitchen efficiency and maintain high customer satisfaction through strong multitasking and organization skills. Recognized for reducing waste and optimizing inventory management while fostering a collaborative team environment.

Results-driven management professional with proven ability to lead teams to success. Strong focus on team collaboration, operational efficiency, and achieving measurable outcomes. Adept at strategic planning, process improvement, and fostering culture of accountability and excellence. Known for adaptability and consistently meeting changing organizational needs.

Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook 2

Pub Stop Desert Diamond Casino West Valley
12.2024 - Current
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.

Lead Line Cook

Coopers Hawk Winery & Restaurants
02.2024 - 12.2024
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, fostering camaraderie and a strong sense of teamwork.
  • Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
  • Maintained high-quality food standards by ensuring consistent execution of recipes and presentation techniques.
  • Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Developed strong teamwork skills by collaborating with other line cooks to maintain a smooth workflow during busy shifts.

Delivery Driver

Amazon DSP
08.2023 - 01.2024
  • Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
  • Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
  • Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.

Catering Operations Manager

Goodroots Cafe
05.2015 - 01.2024
  • Assisted in the creation of marketing materials showcasing the company''s diverse range of catering options and services offered.
  • Streamlined event processes for increased efficiency and reduced waste, resulting in cost savings for both the company and clients.
  • Managed a team of catering staff, providing ongoing training and development to ensure top-notch service at all events.
  • Established standardized procedures for setup and breakdown of events, leading to a smoother workflow and more efficient use of staff time.
  • Successfully executed numerous high-profile events with meticulous attention to detail, garnering praise from clients and attendees alike.
  • Maintained strict adherence to local health codes and regulations while managing all aspects of food safety throughout the catering process.
  • Optimized inventory management system by implementing a more accurate tracking method for perishable goods.
  • Oversaw budgeting and financial reporting for catering division, ensuring profitability targets were met consistently without compromising quality or customer satisfaction levels.

Shift Lead

Old Spaghetti Factory
06.2018 - 12.2023
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, ensuring safety standards were met consistently.
  • Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
  • Helped store management meet standards of service and quality in daily operations.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Increased shift productivity by setting clear expectations and providing consistent guidance on job responsibilities.

Lead Line Cook

Fahrenheit 400
08.2020 - 12.2021
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, fostering camaraderie and a strong sense of teamwork.
  • Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.

Education

High School Diploma -

Army & Navy Academy
Carlsbad, CA
01-2015

Skills

  • Food handling
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
  • Supply restocking
  • Hospitality and service industry background
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Food handler certification
  • Staff training and development
  • Decision-making

Languages

French
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Cook 2

Pub Stop Desert Diamond Casino West Valley
12.2024 - Current

Lead Line Cook

Coopers Hawk Winery & Restaurants
02.2024 - 12.2024

Delivery Driver

Amazon DSP
08.2023 - 01.2024

Lead Line Cook

Fahrenheit 400
08.2020 - 12.2021

Shift Lead

Old Spaghetti Factory
06.2018 - 12.2023

Catering Operations Manager

Goodroots Cafe
05.2015 - 01.2024

High School Diploma -

Army & Navy Academy

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