Danna Bunt
Chicago,IL
Summary
Enthusiastic and detailed-oriented professional with well-rounded experience and drive for success. A positive and reliable team member dedicated to support the overall operation of and establishment by providing an open minded and helpful approach.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Strega
Seattle, WA
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Prepped and portioned pastas, sauces, and desserts.
- Knowledgeable of menu items, recommended recipes for guests based on specified needs.
- Worked in a fast-paced work environment, maintaining composure and efficiency throughout the shift.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
Line Cook
Shooby Doo Catering
Seattle, WA
06.2018 - 07.2024
- Prep and execute a large menu with multiple cultural influences.
- Executed plated dinners for parties ranging from 10 to 300 guests.
- Execute buffet dinners for parties ranging from 10 to 500 guests.
- Execute interactive chef stations for parties ranging from 10 to 2,000 guests.
- Collaborate on new menu ideas for specific event needs.
Line Cook
The Ballard Cut
Seattle, WA
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Collaborated with the executive chef to develop creative and innovative Farm-To-Table recipes.
- Incorporated seasonal and local ingredients, resulting in increased customer engagement and positive feedback.
Line Cook
Stoneburner
Seattle, WA
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
Sous Chef
Portage Bay Cafe
Seattle, WA
08.2016 - 09.2022
- Monitored and maintained inventory and ordering to ensure products were available each day.
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
- Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques and recipes.
- Performed weekly inspections of all equipment for safety compliance.
- Complied with all health department regulations regarding proper food handling methods.
- Craft specialty entrees for the weekend menu.
- Follow all safety regulations and cleaning protocols as directed throughout COVID-19.
- Built and managed relationships with local vendors to obtain fresh, quality ingredients at cost-effective prices.
- Maintained accurate records for cost analysis purposes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ballard High School
Seattle, WA06-2014
Skills
- Commissary preparation
- Knife skills
- Line skills
- Invoice tracking
- Menu engineering
- Ability to produce high quality food in face paced environment
- Ordering
- Producing creative and thought through specials, complete with costing and steps of service
- Resolving employee issues, setting and maintained a positive healthy workplace culture
- Inventory
- Customer service
- Supportive team member
- Hiring, training, and coaching
- Reorganizing lines, walk ins, storage areas, and offices
- Holding reporting staff accountable to set expectations while maintains a positive upbeat attitude
Affiliations
- Community center volunteer work 2011-2014: mentoring children, homework help, sports and extracurricular activities
- Covid relief team with FeedMe hospitality to donate meals to schools and essential workers
- Traveling to research and experience new culinary advances to enhance my work in the kitchen
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Line Cook
Strega
03.2024 - 07.2024
Line Cook
The Ballard Cut
05.2023 - 05.2024
Line Cook
Stoneburner
10.2022 - 04.2023
Line Cook
Shooby Doo Catering
06.2018 - 07.2024
Sous Chef
Portage Bay Cafe
08.2016 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Ballard High School
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