David Lindsey
Phenix,GA
Summary
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.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
L&S Food Service
03.2020 - 10.2023
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
Manufacturing Operator
Seohan
05.2016 - 07.2020
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
Catering Coordinator
BO Catering
01.2009 - 09.2015
- Maintained extensive calendar of events and attended necessary event meetings and conference calls.
- Analyzed catering orders and liaised with staff to set up equipment, supplies and menus to meet client expectations.
- Communicated with customers to review catering goals and budget, deliver quotes and proposals, schedule event and carry out catering needs as contracted.
- Handled incoming company phone calls, addressing customer needs, concerns and deadlines to promote retention and satisfaction.
- Encouraged preparation of product according to recipe and in compliance with allergen and sanitation standards.
- Monitored and controlled banquet budget and coordinated with events budgets to maximize revenue and minimize expenses while providing quality guest service.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Phenix City, AL05.1998
Skills
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Quality Assurance and Control
- Menu Planning
- Strong Butchery Skills
Timeline
Cook
L&S Food Service
03.2020 - 10.2023
Manufacturing Operator
Seohan
05.2016 - 07.2020
Catering Coordinator
BO Catering
01.2009 - 09.2015
High School Diploma -
Central High School