Darek Gilbert
Lake Odessa
Summary
Motivated professional with kitchen experience and strong time management skills. Demonstrates adaptability and a commitment to continuous improvement through constructive feedback. Fluent in English and eager to learn diverse management styles to enhance team performance.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
M&G foods
Lake Odessa
09.2023 - Current
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, including ovens, grills, and fryers for cooking.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Prepared ingredients by chopping, slicing, and storing to ensure quality and food safety.
- Ensured kitchen readiness for incoming cooks to support uninterrupted operations.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.
- Arrived early to prepare and organize shift transitions for seamless handovers.
- Communicated effectively with front-of-house staff to ensure timely meal service.
- Trained new kitchen staff on cooking techniques and safety procedures to enhance team capability.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking supplies and notifying managers of shortages.
Employee Service Representative
Family Dollar
Lake Odessa
08.2025 - 08.2025
- Resolved customer complaints with empathy and professionalism.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and product information efficiently.
- Developed positive relationships with customers through friendly greetings and excellent service.
- Processed orders promptly and accurately according to established procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Maintained organized and stocked merchandise displays consistently.
Education
Lakewood Highschool
Lake Odessa, MISkills
- Sautéing techniques
- Grilling techniques
- Knife skills
- Meat cutting
- Food safety
- Cooking safety practices
- Food allergen safety
- Food quality control
- Preparation techniques
- Prep work
- Food presentation
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Inventory management
- Ordering and stocking
- Cleaning and organization
- Kitchen sanitation
- Equipment maintenance
- Time management
- Workload management
- Team collaboration
- Staff supervision
- Employee training
- Training development
- Fast-paced organization
- Problem solving
- Customer service
- Punctuality and integrity
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Highly motivated
- Line management
- Recipe creation
Affiliations
- Gardening, weight lifting, basketball, cooking, baking, candy making, camping, fishing.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Employee Service Representative
Family Dollar
08.2025 - 08.2025
Line Cook
M&G foods
09.2023 - Current
Lakewood Highschool