Derick Coney
West Palm Beach
Summary
Detail-oriented line cook with a strong focus on food safety and cleanliness. Proven ability to manage kitchen operations efficiently while maintaining high-quality food standards.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Bimini Twist Restaurant
West Palm Beach, FL
01.2021 - Current
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to restaurant standards and recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations in compliance with health regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours, enhancing overall efficiency.
- Monitored food presentation and portion control to uphold restaurant quality standards, contributing to customer satisfaction.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
Line Cook/CRS
Red Lobster
West Palm Beach, FL
04.2008 - Current
- Prepared high-quality seafood dishes following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain efficient workflow during peak service hours.
- Trained new line cooks on food preparation techniques and kitchen procedures.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Ensured smooth kitchen operations during special events or private parties by collaborating with front-of-house staff and adjusting to specific client requests.
- Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking supplies and placing orders as needed.
- Managed kitchen as well as front of the house
- Maintained good restaurant/customer relationships
- Achieve passing inspections.
- Shift change cashout for servers and bartenders
Line Cook
Duffy's Sports Grill
West Palm Beach, FL
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Operated kitchen equipment and appliances to prepare meals efficiently.
- Maintained a clean and organized workstation, ensuring compliance with health department regulations.
- Increased ticket turnover rate by quickly adapting to changing priorities and multitasking effectively.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Improved food quality by consistently following standardized recipes and maintaining accurate portion control.
- Reduced food waste by utilizing proper storage techniques and closely monitoring inventory levels.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
Cook/Cashier
Burger King
Clewiston, FL
01.2000 - 04.2008
- Prepared and cooked menu items following standardized recipes and procedures.
- Monitored food temperatures to meet quality and safety standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently to maintain productivity levels.
- Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, maintaining professionalism even during peak business periods.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils and equipment.
- Kept kitchen up to code for health and safety inspections.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clewiston High School
Clewiston, FLSkills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Customer service
- Food safety
Timeline
Line Cook
Bimini Twist Restaurant
01.2021 - Current
Line Cook
Duffy's Sports Grill
01.2015 - 01.2021
Line Cook/CRS
Red Lobster
04.2008 - Current
Cook/Cashier
Burger King
01.2000 - 04.2008
High School Diploma -
Clewiston High School