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DeSean Jackson

DeSean Jackson

Kansas City,MO

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Kci Airport, excelling in food preparation and kitchen organization. Proven ability to enhance productivity through effective multitasking and strict adherence to food safety standards. Skilled in recipe-based cooking and maintaining a clean workspace, ensuring high-quality meals in fast-paced environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook

Kci Airport
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • 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.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Streamlined food preparation process, increasing kitchen productivity.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
  • Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
  • Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced Type environment.

Prep Cook

RA Sushi Bar Restaurant
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.
  • Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
  • Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
  • Supported waste reduction initiatives, creatively repurposing leftover ingredients.
  • Reduced ingredient shortages, carefully managing inventory and signaling low stock items.
  • Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
  • Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.

Cashier

Taco Bell
08.2022 - 10.2023
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.

Package Handler

Amazon
03.2021 - 05.2023
  • Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.
  • Improved package handling efficiency by implementing proper sorting and organizing techniques.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company policies and guidelines for proper lifting techniques.
  • Reduced damage rates for packages through careful handling and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Assembled, sealed, and loaded packages into correct trucks.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Verified correct labels and accurate shipping information on packages to avoid shipping to wrong addresses.
  • Exceeded performance expectations during peak seasons, managing high volumes of shipments without compromising on quality or timeliness.
  • Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.
  • Stored and secured packages in designated areas to prevent damage and theft.

Prep Cook

Outback Steakhouse
06.2017 - 03.2022
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace during busy shifts.
  • Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
  • Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
  • Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
  • Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
  • Stocked inventory efficiently, enabling seamless transition between meal services.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
  • Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
  • Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced Type environment.

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Cooking
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Food handling
  • Food preparation
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Kitchen organization
  • Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
  • Knife skills
  • Sanitation
  • Cooking techniques
  • Frying
  • Surface cleaning
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Grilling
  • Contamination prevention
  • Food handler certification
  • Sauce making
  • Ingredients measuring
  • Food spoilage prevention
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Ingredient selection
  • Focused and disciplined
  • Food safety oversight
  • Kitchen sanitation management
  • Recipe-based cooking

Timeline

Cook

Kci Airport
01.2024 - 05.2024

Prep Cook

RA Sushi Bar Restaurant
08.2023 - 12.2023

Cashier

Taco Bell
08.2022 - 10.2023

Package Handler

Amazon
03.2021 - 05.2023

Prep Cook

Outback Steakhouse
06.2017 - 03.2022

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