Dave Cooper
Stockton,CA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Cook Associate
Ever Well Health Systems
Stockton
06.2020 - 05.2025
- Prepared fresh meals following health and safety guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and work areas.
- Assisted in food inventory management and supply ordering.
- Operated kitchen tools and equipment safely and efficiently.
- Monitored food storage temperatures to comply with health regulations.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
- Prepared ingredients for cooking including portioning, chopping, and storing food before use.
- Cooked menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff.
- Monitored food stock levels to ensure there was enough product for service needs.
- Controlled portions sizes according to restaurant standards in order to reduce costs.
Crew Team Member
Charly’s Philly cheese steak sandwiches
Stockton, CA
04.2016 - 04.2020
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas and dining facilities regularly.
- Provided excellent customer service at all times
- Restocked items on shelves as needed.
- Washed dishes, cleaned countertops and sanitized high-use areas.
- Greeted customers and cultivated positive experiences in line with company standards.
- Followed orders of senior leadership with exacting accuracy in moment and without question.
- Performed store opening and closing procedures as directed by management team.
Crew Team Member
McDonald’s
Stockton, CA
04.2013 - 04.2015
- Operated cash register and processed customer transactions efficiently.
- Prepared food items following safety and quality standards consistently.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas and dining facilities regularly.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth service flow during peak hours.
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly and courteously.
Education
Associate of Arts - Kinesiology
San Joaquin Delta College
Stockton, CA 01.2026 - 04.2026
Skills
- Food safety
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Time management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Associate of Arts - Kinesiology
San Joaquin Delta College
01.2026 - 04.2026
Kitchen Cook Associate
Ever Well Health Systems
06.2020 - 05.2025
Crew Team Member
Charly’s Philly cheese steak sandwiches
04.2016 - 04.2020
Crew Team Member
McDonald’s
04.2013 - 04.2015