Devin McCoy
Summerville,SC
Summary
Precision-driven culinary professional with over a decade of experience in high-volume environments, ranging from casual dining to upscale steakhouses. Combines the discipline and technical focus of military service with a deep expertise in kitchen management, banquet operations, and food safety. Proven ability to lead teams and maintain exceptional standards under high-pressure conditions.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Breakfast Cook
Pages Okra Grill
Summerville, SC
12.2025 - Current
- Prepared and cooked breakfast items, ensuring quality and consistency in presentation and taste.
- Managed kitchen workflow during peak hours, optimizing efficiency and reducing wait times for customers.
- Trained and mentored new kitchen staff on cooking techniques and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to create daily specials, enhancing menu diversity and customer satisfaction.
Line Cook
Nico Romo Hospitality Group
Summerville, SC
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Prepared high-quality dishes in accordance with menu specifications and culinary standards.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and efficient meal service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
- Trained junior cooks on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
Hot Line Cook
Halls Chophouse CHS
Charleston, SC
09.2020 - 09.2025
- Execute precision cooking on the hot line within a premier, high-volume steakhouse.
- Collaborate with the culinary team to ensure seamless service and top-tier plate presentation.
- Prepared high-quality meats and seafood utilizing precise cooking techniques.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations in compliance with health standards.
- Assisted in menu development by providing feedback on seasonal ingredients and dish presentation.
- Trained new cooks on kitchen safety protocols and efficient food preparation methods.
- Monitored inventory levels and communicated needs to ensure ingredient availability for service.
Executive Sous Chef
The Bistro King
Hanahan, SC
05.2020 - 09.2020
- Directed kitchen operations and supervised staff to ensure consistent food quality and efficiency.
- Managed inventory and production schedules to optimize kitchen performance.
Grill Cook
Big Billy's Burger Joint
North Charleston, SC
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Managed high-volume grill operations, prioritizing speed without compromising order accuracy.
Line Cook and Prep Cook
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
Erie, PA
09.2016 - 07.2019
- Maintained station organization and executed complex recipes in a wood-fired kitchen.
USAF Air Traffic Controller
US Department of the Air Force
Ramstein-Misenbach, Germany
02.2017 - 02.2019
- Managed critical communication and safety protocols in a high-stakes, fast-moving environment.
- Applied rigorous attention to detail and standard operating procedures.
Head Line Cook
Ruby Tuesday
Erie, PA
01.2015 - 07.2016
- Led the line team during peak hours and ensured adherence to brand quality standards.
Cook
Zaxby's
Summerville, SC
03.2014 - 01.2015
- Prepared consistent, high-quality menu items in a fast-paced environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Girard High School
01.2016
Skills
- Culinary Operations: Professional Cooking, Food Production, Catering, High-Volume Prep
- Management & Leadership: Kitchen Supervision, Team Training, Banquet Management
- Safety & Compliance: Food Safety Protocols, Quality Control, Operational Precision
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Food safety
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Breakfast Cook
Pages Okra Grill
12.2025 - Current
Line Cook
Nico Romo Hospitality Group
09.2025 - 12.2025
Hot Line Cook
Halls Chophouse CHS
09.2020 - 09.2025
Executive Sous Chef
The Bistro King
05.2020 - 09.2020
Grill Cook
Big Billy's Burger Joint
11.2019 - 03.2020
USAF Air Traffic Controller
US Department of the Air Force
02.2017 - 02.2019
Line Cook and Prep Cook
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
09.2016 - 07.2019
Head Line Cook
Ruby Tuesday
01.2015 - 07.2016
Cook
Zaxby's
03.2014 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
Girard High School