Dennis Sanders
Hamden
Summary
Culinary professional with expertise in food safety and kitchen operations. Achieved high guest satisfaction through efficient food preparation and strong team communication. Maintains exceptional cleanliness and organization in fast-paced environments. Experienced driver skilled in loading, securing, and transporting various loads, ready to contribute to a growth-oriented company.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Grill Cook (Seasonal)
LOTYMO Catering
Mount Vernon
09.2022 - Current
- Supervised grill station to maintain timely food preparation and quality standards.
- Served 200 attendees at car show, facilitating timely food delivery and enhancing guest satisfaction.
- Communicated order timing and menu item availability effectively with waitstaff.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of grill area throughout service hours.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations regarding food preparation and storage.
- Delivered friendly customer service while promptly taking orders, contributing to positive dining experience.
- Developed tracking system for customer orders and payments, improving operational efficiency.
Professional Driver
Uber
Hamden
01.2022 - Current
- Navigated city routes to ensure timely passenger pickups.
- Managed ride requests via Uber driver app, optimizing routes for timely passenger arrivals.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and functionality for passenger safety and comfort.
- Managed ride requests via Uber driver app for optimal route planning.
- Monitored traffic conditions and applied defensive strategies, ensuring safe and smooth rides.
- Collaborated with Uber support to resolve rider issues, enhancing overall passenger satisfaction.
- Inspected vehicles for cleanliness and checked fuel levels before departure.
- Monitored traffic conditions, applying defensive strategies to avoid accidents.
Assistant Chef (Seasonal)
Camp Fowler
Lake Pleasant
06.2021 - 09.2025
- Collaborated with senior chefs to design seasonal menus accommodating diverse dietary needs.
- Coordinated special event catering, enhancing camper experiences at camp.
- Provided meals for an average of 100-150 children daily, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Executed food safety guidelines, maintaining a secure cooking environment.
- Oversaw inventory control, ensuring consistent availability of fresh ingredients weekly.
- Assisted head chef in preparing menus for special occasions and events.
- Supported head chef with ordering processes and food costing for menu planning.
- Maintained the cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and supplies.
Line Cook
Rhode Island School of Design
Providence
02.2018 - 03.2020
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during peak hours to meet customer demand.
- Prepared and cooked a variety of foods, including meats, vegetables, sandwiches, and salads, to enhance menu diversity.
- Collaborated with team members to deliver timely meal service and maintain quality standards.
- Adhered to HACCP guidelines for safe and sanitary food handling practices.
- Established stations and procured supplies aligned with daily menu requirements.
- Served approximately 300 individuals during breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Student Assistant
City Burger, Johnson and Wales University
Providence
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Managed order processing, streamlining workflow to enhance service speed
- Prepared food items aligned with customer specifications, ensuring satisfaction
- Followed standard allergy procedures, prioritizing customer safety
- Followed HACCAP Rules and Procedure
Grill Cook
Chipotle
New Haven
06.2017 - 09.2017
- Catered events serving an average of 800 people, ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.
- Grilled meats and vegetables to enhance flavor profiles, elevating overall meal quality.
- Prepared large volumes of food while ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
- Inspected food products to maintain consistent quality standards.
- Streamlined organization of supplies and storage to enhance kitchen efficiency and workflow.
- Operated kitchen equipment in compliance with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Monitored temperatures of freezers and refrigerators to maintain proper food storage conditions.
Education
Johnson and Wales University - Culinary Arts and Food Service Management
Johnson And Wales University
Providence, RI06-2021
Eli Whitney Technical School - Culinary arts
Eli Whitney Technical School
Hamden, CT06-2017
Skills
- Route optimization
- Safe driving techniques
- Fleet inspection
- Preventive maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Order tracking
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Inventory management
- Food safety compliance
Timeline
Head Grill Cook (Seasonal)
LOTYMO Catering
09.2022 - Current
Professional Driver
Uber
01.2022 - Current
Assistant Chef (Seasonal)
Camp Fowler
06.2021 - 09.2025
Student Assistant
City Burger, Johnson and Wales University
09.2018 - 01.2019
Line Cook
Rhode Island School of Design
02.2018 - 03.2020
Grill Cook
Chipotle
06.2017 - 09.2017
Johnson and Wales University - Culinary Arts and Food Service Management
Johnson And Wales University
Eli Whitney Technical School - Culinary arts
Eli Whitney Technical School