Derrick Addison
Jackson,MS
Summary
Adept Cook Supervisor with a proven track record at Magic Spot, enhancing kitchen productivity and workflow through effective training and mentorship. Skilled in food presentation and kitchen safety, I successfully managed high-volume food preparation, ensuring budget adherence and leveraging local ingredients to elevate dish flavors. Excelled in creating allergy-safe meals, showcasing a commitment to customer service and nutritional knowledge.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Supervisor
Magic Spot
01.1998 - Current
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
Education
Basic - Basic
Murrah High School
Jackson, MS06.1991
Skills
- Food presentation
- Food Preparation
- Kitchen Safety
- Knife Skills
- Waste Reduction
- Nutritional knowledge
- Sanitation protocols
- Seafood Preparation
- Portion Control
- Food Safety Regulations
- Cooking techniques
- Customer Service
- Food Safety
- Order delivery practices
Timeline
Cook Supervisor
Magic Spot
01.1998 - Current
Basic - Basic
Murrah High School