David Nash
Marshall,MI
Summary
Adept at leading kitchen teams and enhancing operational efficiency, I honed my skills at Emerald Hills Golf Course, mastering cooking techniques and kitchen organization. My approach combines exceptional customer service with a knack for cost control, achieving significant waste reduction. I excel in fostering teamwork and driving quality standards across all culinary operations.
Knowledgeable shift lead with strong background in leading cooking shifts and maintaining high-quality food preparation. Successfully managed kitchen operations and ensured strict adherence to safety and sanitation standards. Demonstrated leadership through effective team coordination and problem-solving skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook/Shift Leader
Emerald Hills Golf Course
03.2022 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to health department standards for safety and sanitation.
- Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities by overseeing multiple cooking stations simultaneously while maintaining quality control standards.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Successfully managed inventory and reduced waste by carefully monitoring food usage and rotating stock.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Trained and mentored new cooks, resulting in increased productivity and improved teamwork within the kitchen staff.
- Streamlined food preparation tasks for more efficient service during peak hours.
Pizza Chef
Broadway Grille
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage.
- Maintained a clean workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations for food handling.
- Reduced food waste by efficiently managing pizza ingredients and rotating stock regularly.
- Trained new staff members in proper pizza preparation techniques, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency and overall kitchen performance.
Pizza Maker
Marshall Pizza
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
- Rolled and shaped dough to correct sizes and shapes based on orders to fit in oven and cook evenly.
- Learned and memorized menu items and specials to provide accurate and up-to-date information to kitchen staff.
- Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.
- Used pizza cutter to slice pizzas according to size and customer specifications.
- Handled cash register operations by applying coupons, giving customer totals, and processing cash and credit card payments.
Dishwasher
Charlies Tavern
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
Education
Marshall High School
Marshall, MI04-2021
Skills
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen organization
- Food preparation
- Knife skills
- Recipe creation
- Cost control
Timeline
Cook/Shift Leader
Emerald Hills Golf Course
03.2022 - Current
Pizza Chef
Broadway Grille
06.2021 - 05.2022
Pizza Maker
Marshall Pizza
09.2019 - 06.2021
Dishwasher
Charlies Tavern
09.2018 - 09.2019
Marshall High School
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