Derwineshia Sims
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Driven Prep Cook with proven expertise in kitchen organization and meat cutting, honed at East Grand Bar & Grille. Excelled in maintaining high food quality standards and safety, demonstrating exceptional teamwork and collaboration. Achieved a significant reduction in food preparation times by mastering ingredient preparation and equipment sanitation. Seeking for a position as A prep cook where I can fully utilize my education, training, and skills while making a significant contribution to the organization. Strong track records of handling complicated assignments within the hospitality industry and resolving complex problems. Recognizing for my ability to be as a team player an to work within a Team environment and exceed all customers expectations while mastering skills. I am A organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. I am also willing to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Prep Cook
East Grand Bar & Grille
06.2020 - 11.2023
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards, Proficient in Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) principles to identify and control potential food safety hazards throughout the food preparation process.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
Education
High School Diploma - Medical Assisting
Lawndale High School
Lawndale, CA01.2020
Skills
- Sauce preparation
- Meat Cutting
- Kitchen Organization
- Menu Memorization
- Ingredient Preparation
- Inventory Stocking
- Food Processing
- Equipment Sanitation
- Food presentation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Temperature Monitoring
- Food handling
- Cleaning and organization
- Chopping vegetables
- Cutting techniques
- Workstation Maintenance
- Proper Portioning
- Food Preparation
Certification
Food Handlers Certificate
Food’s Handlers Card
Certificate to work in the kitchen or around food.
Timeline
Prep Cook
East Grand Bar & Grille
06.2020 - 11.2023
High School Diploma - Medical Assisting
Lawndale High School
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