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Deborah Johnson
San Antonio,United States
Summary
Talented Cook with excellent experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with cashiers and kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking with up-to-date food handling permit. Flexible Cook willing to work weekends, holidays and evenings. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments in team setting. Background in maintaining kitchen sanitation, preparing basic components of dishes and working within team of cooks.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Line Cook Trainer/Prep Cook
IHOP
Flint, MI
05.2018 - 04.2020
- Cooked same meals over and over during shifts with exact quality results.
- Trained cooks to maintain clean, organized and sanitary workstations.
- Monitored and managed kitchen staff during busy rush periods to maintain service levels.
- Learned how to prepare menu items according to precise recipes, cooking procedures and methodologies.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
Sauté/Line Cook/Prep Cook/Pantry Cook
Black Stones
Flint, MI
02.2004 - 03.2018
- Prepared sauces and garnishes to complement sauteed menu items.
- Sauteed and seasoned meats, pastas and vegetables to customer taste preference.
- Maintained neat appearance and clean uniform to project professionalism to customers.
- Organized server tickets to expedite food orders.
- Notified kitchen manager of shortages to maintain inventory.
- Performed thorough quality checks of food plating and presentation.
- Covered, dated, rotated and properly stored food items to preserve quality and freshness.
- Checked meat temperatures prior to plating and serving dishes, upholding strict standards for food safety and preparation.
- Worked with kitchen managers to improve recipes for seasonal dishes, cutting costs giving quality food.
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Bob Evans Restaurant
Grand Blanc, MI
07.1998 - 10.2004
- Communicated with management on food inventory stock to request order placement.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Reduced customer waiting by batch cooking popular items during rush times.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Prepared Breakfast and Lunch in a timely manner to meet quality standards.
- Assist Manger with weekly schedule and team building
Prep Cook/Pantry Cook
University Club
Flint, Michigan
08.1989 - 11.1998
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
- Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping and taking out trash.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Education
No Degree - Culinary Arts
Grand Rapids Job Corp
Grand Rapids, MIHigh School Diploma -
Flint Nothern
Flint, MI06.1984
Skills
- Self-Motivated
- Problem-Solving
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Multitasking Abilities
- Decision Making
- Excellent Communication
- Reliable
- Dependable
- Team Player
Timeline
Certified Line Cook Trainer/Prep Cook
IHOP
05.2018 - 04.2020
Sauté/Line Cook/Prep Cook/Pantry Cook
Black Stones
02.2004 - 03.2018
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Bob Evans Restaurant
07.1998 - 10.2004
Prep Cook/Pantry Cook
University Club
08.1989 - 11.1998
High School Diploma -
Flint Nothern
No Degree - Culinary Arts
Grand Rapids Job Corp