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David Strain

Gardiner,Maine

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. Detail-oriented professional with background creating delicious dishes. Dedicated to delivering highest quality customer service. Expert at succeeding in high pressure environments while remaining calm. Safety-minded when carefully following food handling regulations and procedures.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Hot Prep Cook

Texas Roadhouse
07.2020 - 08.2022
  • Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
  • Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
  • Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
  • Controlled food cost and waste by selecting and using correct ingredients and amounts.
  • Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
  • Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
  • Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced environment.
  • Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
  • Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.

Cook/Server

Ruby Tuesday
10.2017 - 03.2020
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.

Customer Service Representative

J&S Oil
06.2015 - 10.2017
  • Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.

Education

GED -

Augusta Adult Education
Augusta, ME
07.2005

Skills

  • Guest Inquiries
  • Proper Storage Procedures
  • Health Code Standards
  • Food Safety Oversight

Timeline

Hot Prep Cook

Texas Roadhouse
07.2020 - 08.2022

Cook/Server

Ruby Tuesday
10.2017 - 03.2020

Customer Service Representative

J&S Oil
06.2015 - 10.2017

GED -

Augusta Adult Education

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