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David Harrison

Murphy,NC

Summary

Driven by a passion for culinary excellence, I honed my skills over several years of cooking at home and in restaurants, mastering food preparation, plating, and presentation while fostering teamwork. My resilience, demonstrated through overcoming significant adversity, complements my proficiency in restaurant management and staff training, ensuring high-quality, efficient service that consistently exceeds guest expectations.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Prep/BOH Line Cook

Harvest On Main
07.2021 - Current
  • Ensured consistent taste and quality by adhering to standardized recipes and carefully measuring ingredients.
  • Consistently met high volume demands while maintaining impeccable quality control standards for all dishes prepared.
  • Utilized strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities simultaneously under pressure during busy shifts.
  • Trained new hires, fostering a positive team environment and contributing to overall staff development.
  • Raised the level of presentation quality by focusing on detail-oriented plating techniques for each dish served.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and organizing workstations for optimal performance.
  • Safely operated kitchen equipment, minimizing accidents and maintaining a secure work environment.
  • Efficiently rotated through various stations within the kitchen, demonstrating adaptability and strong proficiency at each position.
  • Effectively communicated with front-of-house staff members on order modifications or allergy concerns for guest satisfaction.
  • Proactively addressed equipment malfunctions, ensuring minimal disruption to meal service operations.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.

Kitchen Manager

Phoenix Lanes Bowling Bar and Grill
12.2017 - 07.2021
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
  • Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
  • Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
  • Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.

Medical leave

03.2004 - 12.2017
While working at Domino's Pizza on March 12, 2004 I was shot multiple times (by another employee with mental problems) with a 9mm in the chest, abdomen and left wrist including being shot (point blank) with a sawn off 12 gauge in the face while I was down. I was then hospitalized for a period of 4 months following 10 years of continuous reconstructive surgeries. During this time and including a few more years I collected disability. In 2017 I felt it was time to get back to work again.

Shift Manager

Domino's Pizza
01.2000 - 03.2004
  • Handled escalated customer issues effectively, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills while upholding company values and standards.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job responsibilities, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
  • Improved overall team performance by effectively delegating tasks and providing clear instructions.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through open communication and constructive feedback.
  • Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.
  • Collaborated with other Shift Managers to maintain consistency in policies enforcement across all shifts, fostering a cohesive workplace culture.
  • Achieved consistent customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Consistently exhibited calm demeanor during periods of high volume or unusual events to keep store operating smoothly and set positive example for shift team.
  • Monitored inventory levels closely, maintaining optimal stock availability while minimizing waste and costs.
  • Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
  • Oversaw inventory and product stock to develop and maintain inventory controls resulting in cost savings and reduced overages.

Education

High School Diploma -

Frank H. Peterson Academies
Jacksonville, FL
2000

Skills

  • Restaurant Management
  • Staff Management
  • Batch Cooking
  • Reliability
  • Food Preparing, Plating, and Presentation
  • Ingredient mixing
  • Conveyor ovens
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Ticket Time Monitoring
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Ingredient inspection
  • Line Management
  • Following cooking methods
  • Knife Skills
  • Grilling Techniques
  • Food safety knowledge
  • Allergen awareness
  • Food Preparation
  • Stock Rotation
  • Temperature Control
  • Portion Control
  • Workstation setup
  • Ingredient Identification
  • Time Management
  • Professional Attitude
  • Reliable and Trustworthy
  • Food Storage
  • Food Safety Standards
  • Server Communication

Certification

Commercial Art/Graphic Design

Timeline

Prep/BOH Line Cook

Harvest On Main
07.2021 - Current

Kitchen Manager

Phoenix Lanes Bowling Bar and Grill
12.2017 - 07.2021

Medical leave

03.2004 - 12.2017

Shift Manager

Domino's Pizza
01.2000 - 03.2004

High School Diploma -

Frank H. Peterson Academies

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