Denecia Drennon

• Trained new cooks on proper cooking techniques, safety procedures, and menu items
• Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes, ensuring high quality and presentation standards
• Followed recipes and portion control guidelines to consistently deliver delicious meals
• Managed food inventory, minimizing waste and optimizing cost efficiency
• Maintained a clean and organized work area, adhering to sanitation regulations
• Prepared ingredients following standardized recipes and daily specials.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace throughout shifts.
• Operated kitchen equipment safely, including grills, fryers, and ovens.
• Assisted in training new staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
• Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
• Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in food handling processes.
• Monitored stock levels and communicated needs to management for inventory replenishment.
• Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
• Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
• Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
• Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
• Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
• Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
• Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
• Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
• Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
• Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
• Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
• Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.

• Prepared ingredients according to recipes and established standards.
• Cooked meals efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization of cooking stations and equipment.
• Assisted in inventory management and restocking supplies as needed.
• Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service.
• Followed safety and sanitation protocols to uphold kitchen standards.
• Adapted to changing menus and special dietary requests efficiently.
• Communicated effectively with front-of-house staff during meal preparation.
• Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
• Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
• Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.

I made very detailed salads fresh to order, and I also worked in the pastry part of the kitchen

• Delegated tasks to employees and monitored activities and task completion.
• Keep track of record keeping, building an awesome team!
• Supervised team members during peak service hours to ensure efficiency.
• Trained new employees on food safety and customer service standards.
• Managed inventory levels and restocked supplies as needed.
• Handled customer complaints with professionalism and empathy.
• Coordinated shift schedules to optimize staff coverage and performance.
• Enforced health and safety regulations throughout the restaurant.
• Assisted in preparing food items according to company recipes and standards.
• Monitored cash register operations to ensure accurate transactions.
• Verified that cash drawers contained correct amounts of money during opening and closing shifts.
• Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally.
• Supervised and led employees to maintain productivity and customer service levels.
• Maintained an organized work environment by delegating tasks to staff as needed.