Summary
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Dejaun Evans

Erie,PA

Summary

Talented Grill Cook executes grill station operations to prepare quality food and deliver prompt service. Maintains clean, stocked and well-organized station. Works closely with restaurant personnel to uphold standards of service, resulting in memorable dining experiences.

Work History

Grill Cook

Wendy's
Erie, PA
2023 - Current
  • Cleaned and organized grilling area, stocked supplies, and prepared food items to order.
  • Monitored grill temperature to ensure proper cooking times.
  • Prepared a variety of foods including salads, sandwiches and entrees using established recipes.
  • Ensured all food was cooked to the correct temperature as per health code regulations.
  • Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
  • Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
  • Utilized kitchen utensils and equipment to weigh, measure and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment.
  • Safely operated ovens, grills, and other kitchen equipment to minimize accidents.
  • Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
  • Checked temperature of freezers and refrigerators to maintain proper storage of cold items.
  • Received and stored food and supplies.
  • Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
  • Sanitized workstation before and after shift to prevent illness and food contamination.

Line Cook

Zukor Club
Erie, PA
2021 - 2023
  • Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
  • Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.
  • Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
  • Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
  • Prepared a wide range of dishes according to menu specifications and chef instructions.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
  • Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
  • Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
  • Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
  • Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.

Press Operator

Plastek Global
Erie , PA
2019 - 2021
  • Replace worn parts such as rollers and cylinders on presses as required.
  • Place finished prints into containers for shipment or storage.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical problems using hand tools and gauges.
  • Set up and operate printing press to print designs or logos on fabric, paper, cardboard, plastic, metal, glass, or leather items.
  • Make adjustments to temperature controls based on type of material being printed.
  • Inspect and test printed materials for defects such as smearing, blurring, fading, or streaking.
  • Ensure that all safety regulations are followed while operating machinery.
  • Monitor and adjust the speed of the machine according to the type of material being printed.
  • Maintain detailed logs of work performed including timesheets and materials used.
  • Feed sheets into press manually if necessary.
  • Load rolls of material onto feed mechanism of press.
  • Installed, adjusted, dismantled, reassembled and removed parts and equipment such as rollers, dies, printing plates and blankets.
  • Promoted safety within department and followed protocols to maximize safety and prevent risk.
  • Properly handled hazardous waste materials to uphold safety regulations.

Skills

  • Kitchen Sanitation
  • Food Preparation
  • Food presentation
  • Food Storage
  • Fryer Operation
  • Portioning
  • Meat Preparation
  • Customer Service
  • Ingredient Preparation
  • Resourceful
  • Willing to Learn
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Dish preparation
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Team Player
  • Efficient
  • Hard-working
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Kitchen Safety
  • Food safety and sanitation

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Grill Cook

Wendy's
2023 - Current

Line Cook

Zukor Club
2021 - 2023

Press Operator

Plastek Global
2019 - 2021
Dejaun Evans