Dave Hanson
Manchester ,NH
Summary
Flexible Cook willing to work weekends, holidays and evenings. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments in team setting. Background in maintaining kitchen sanitation, preparing basic components of dishes and working within team of cooks. Hardworking and enthusiastic line cook trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success. Talented Cook with excellent experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with cashiers and kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking with up-to-date food handling permit. Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard. Top-notch line cook with solid background in creating innovative and delicious dishes. Proficient in food preparation and staff training. Offers excellent time management skills and works well under pressure. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Smoky Bones
Tyngsboro, MA
07 2024 - Current
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using various kitchen equipment safely for efficient food preparation.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
Line Cook
Darden
Concord NH
08 2022 - 09 2023
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Line Cook Trainer
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
Concord NH
08 2018 - 08 2021
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Mastered various cooking techniques, broadening menu offerings and introducing innovative dishes.
- Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
Line Leader
TGI Fridays
Amherst, NH
10.2012 - 10.2017
- Supervised updating procedures for working documents such as shift reports and handovers.
- Assisted in training new employees and implementing procedural changes.
- Trained new hires on company policies, safety procedures, equipment operation, and other essential tasks required for their role as Line Leader.
- Reduced downtime through proactive equipment maintenance and timely troubleshooting of issues.
- Monitored product quality to achieve superior quality reputation.
- Boosted employee morale, recognizing individual achievements and fostering a positive work environment.
Line Cook
T'bones Great American Eatery
Hudson, NH
10.2009 - 10.2012
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
Education
General Studies
Spaulding High School
Rochester, NH06.2000
Skills
- Kitchen sanitation
- Institutional and batch cooking
- Portioning
- Ingredients measuring
- Food spoilage prevention
- Food rotation
- Garnishing
- Supply Management
- Food presentation talent
- Vendor liaison
- Order delivery practices
- Food safety
- Frying
- Recipes and menu planning
- Conveyor ovens
- Plating
- Sanitization
- First Aid/CPR
- Dependable and Responsible
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Self-Motivated
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Active Listening
- Teambuilding
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Line Leader
TGI Fridays
10.2012 - 10.2017
Line Cook
T'bones Great American Eatery
10.2009 - 10.2012
Line Cook
Smoky Bones
07 2024 - Current
Line Cook
Darden
08 2022 - 09 2023
Line Cook Trainer
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
08 2018 - 08 2021
General Studies
Spaulding High School