Derek Simmons
Savannah,Georgia
Summary
Hardworking and enthusiastic Cook trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Zaxbys
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Stock Clerk
Walmart
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Maintained effective team member communication.
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
- Conducted inventory and restocked items throughout day.
- Checked and pulled defective or expired products from shelves.
Butcher
Firehouse Subs
02.2021 - 07.2021
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Complied with food safety, hygiene and sanitation regulations for safe food preparation.
- Operated commercial-grade butchery equipment such as band saws, grinders and slicers.
- Adhere to safety and cleanliness standards and maintained equipment.
Server
Joes Crab Shack
12.2018 - 05.2019
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Server
Lady N Sons
02.2018 - 08.2018
- 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.
Busser
Lady N Sons
02.2017 - 02.2018
- Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
- Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Transported dirty utensils, dishes, and trays to kitchen to help team stay on top of cleaning.
Education
Master of Public Administration -
Savannah State University
Savannah, GA05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
Savannah State University
Savannah, GA12.2015
High School Diploma -
Savannah High School
Savannah, GA05.2009
Skills
- Cooking
- Supply Restocking
- Fine Dining
- Ingredients Measuring
- Customer Service
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Cook
Zaxbys
06.2022 - 01.2023
Stock Clerk
Walmart
02.2022 - 05.2022
Butcher
Firehouse Subs
02.2021 - 07.2021
Server
Joes Crab Shack
12.2018 - 05.2019
Server
Lady N Sons
02.2018 - 08.2018
Busser
Lady N Sons
02.2017 - 02.2018
Master of Public Administration -
Savannah State University
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
Savannah State University
High School Diploma -
Savannah High School