David McWilliams
Coolidge,AZ
Summary
Bringing positive attitude and strong teamwork skills to kitchen environment. Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices combined with ability to follow recipes and prepare ingredients. Dedicated to creating delicious meals and contributing to high-quality dining experience. Transitioning from fast-paced kitchen environment where skills in time management and multitasking were developed. Proven ability to work under pressure and maintain high standards of food quality and presentation. Looking to apply these skills in new, dynamic role that values dedication and efficiency. Professional culinary expert with strong track record in preparing high-quality dishes and maintaining kitchen efficiency. Known for exceptional collaboration within team environments and adaptability to changing needs. Possesses key skills in food preparation, safety, and sanitation, along with keen sense of taste and presentation. Reliable and results-driven, consistently delivering outstanding culinary experiences.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Yard Worker
Robert Brown
05.2020 - Current
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Displayed strong problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected challenges or obstacles during daily operations.
- Contributed to a clean work environment by performing daily trash removal, sweeping, and general upkeep tasks.
- Demonstrated adaptability by learning new skills or taking on additional tasks as required to support the overall success of the yard operation.
- Ensured timely completion of tasks by prioritizing workload according to urgency or importance.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Mowed lawns using self-propelled and riding mowers.
- Trimmed around trees, flower beds, and other yard features.
- Collected and removed debris at job sites.
- Contributed to a positive working atmosphere through open communication and cooperation with colleagues at all times.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
Cook
Burger King
05.2022 - 10.2024
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
- Mentored junior cooks in refining culinary skills through hands-on guidance.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced Type environment.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Coolidge High School
Coolidge, AZ05-2022
Skills
- Supply Restocking
- Customer Service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food Preparation
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Sanitation Practices
- Contamination prevention
- Allergen awareness
- Equipment Operation
- Debris Removal
- Farm equipment operation
- Grounds Maintenance
- Heavy Lifting
- Leaf blowing
- Able to lift 70 pounds
- Weed control
- Strong Work Ethic
- Landscape maintenance
- Maintaining equipment
- Trimming and weeding
- Using hand tools
Certification
Food Handlers
Timeline
Cook
Burger King
05.2022 - 10.2024
Yard Worker
Robert Brown
05.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
Coolidge High School
Food Handlers
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