Derrick Starks
Chester,SC
Summary
Reliable head cook offering several years of experience working in busy, institutional-sized kitchens.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Cook
Hardees Restaurant
Chester, South Carolina
12.2020 - 04.2023
- Developed and implemented daily, weekly, and monthly menus based on budget guidelines.
- Ensured that all food safety regulations were followed in the kitchen.
Account Manager
R N R Tires
Rock Hill, SC
05.2017 - 10.2020
- Developed and maintained relationships with key accounts to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Created comprehensive reports on account performance and presented them to senior management.
- Addressed customer questions and concerns regarding products and services.
- Tracked and reported on sales performance metrics to senior management, highlighting successes and areas for improvement.
Food Processor
Kraft Heinz
Newberry, SC
08.2014 - 04.2024
- Cleaned, cut and prepared food ingredients for use in recipes.
- Monitored equipment to ensure proper functioning during production process.
- Stored raw materials in designated areas following established safety protocols.
- Kept accurate records of all processed foods including weight, quantity and temperature readings.
- Recorded production data such as number of units produced, down time and any issues that arose during the process.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
New Community Workforce Development Center - South Orange Avenue
Newark, NJ02-2009
GED -
Central High School
Newark, NJ06-1987
Skills
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Food Safety
- Cooking
- Waste Reduction
- Staff Training
- Operations Management
Timeline
Head Cook
Hardees Restaurant
12.2020 - 04.2023
Account Manager
R N R Tires
05.2017 - 10.2020
Food Processor
Kraft Heinz
08.2014 - 04.2024
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
New Community Workforce Development Center - South Orange Avenue
GED -
Central High School
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