Dewayne Jackson
Memphis,TN
Summary
Dynamic Cook Manager at Applebee's Grill + Bar, adept at enhancing kitchen efficiency and reducing food waste through effective portion control. Proven expertise in culinary techniques and sanitation standards, complemented by strong teamwork skills. Successfully trained new hires, ensuring consistency in service quality and accommodating diverse dietary needs.
Experienced with overseeing kitchen operations and staff coordination. Utilizes expertise in menu development and inventory control to ensure optimal performance. Track record of maintaining high standards in food quality and safety compliance.
Professional culinary leader with strong experience in kitchen management and food preparation. Proven ability to oversee kitchen operations, maintain high standards, and ensure quality and consistency in every dish. Strong focus on team collaboration and flexible in adapting to changing needs. Skilled in menu planning, inventory management, and staff training, bringing practical approach to achieving results.
High-performing Chef offering [Number] years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook Manager
Applebee's Grill + Bar
2114 Union Ave Memphis, Tn 338104
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep processes and optimizing ingredient usage.
- Adapted cooking methods to accommodate special dietary requests without compromising dish integrity or taste.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper portion control techniques and monitoring inventory levels.
- Trained new hires on kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and recipe execution to maintain consistency in service quality.
Cook, Dishwasher, Perp-cook
Oliver Garden Italian Restaurant
5679 Poplar Ave Suite 1 Memphis, TN 38119
02.2021 - 08.2022
- 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.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- 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.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Five Below
9015 Hacks Cross Rd, Olive Branch MS 38654
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
- Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
- Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Reduced product damage by performing routine forklift maintenance and safety checks.
Forklift Operator
Sterno
2509 Harbor Ave, Memphis, TN 38113
01.2019 - 10.2020
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Forklift Operator
Paramount Staffing
5888 Distribution DR, Memphis, TN 38141
03.2017 - 07.2018
- Increased productivity by consistently meeting or exceeding established quotas for daily tasks and assignments.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating high reach forklifts for loading and unloading tasks.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing priorities, assisting coworkers in completing time-sensitive tasks as necessary.
- Reduced product damage, carefully handling fragile items during transportation and storage processes.
- Optimized space utilization in the warehouse through strategic placement of products using the high reach forklift technology.
- Supported warehouse operations by performing routine maintenance on high reach forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Maintained an excellent attendance record, exemplifying dedication to punctuality and reliability within the team environment.
Forklift Operator
Prologistix Staffing
5425 E Raines RD Suite 11 Memphis, TN 38115
05.2015 - 04.2017
- Upheld company policies on workplace safety and health standards while executing daily job responsibilities.
- Exceeded expectations in maintaining excellent attendance, punctuality, and reliability throughout employment tenure.
- Streamlined workflow by effectively communicating with team members regarding task assignments and priorities.
- Checked items against documentation for accuracy.
- Completed detailed documentation for each shipment, including bills of lading, packing slips, and shipping labels.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks safely using forklifts, minimizing damage to products during transportation.
Education
GED -
Muhlenberg Job CORPS
3875 KY-181 N, Greenville, KY 4234511-2012
High School Diploma -
CRAIGMONT HIGH SCHOOL
3333 Covington Pike, Memphis, TN 3812808-2010
Skills
- Kitchen management
- Ingredient sourcing
- Sanitation standards
- Temperature control
- Knife skills
- Cross-contamination prevention
- Food presentation
- Food storage
- Sauce preparation
- Culinary techniques
- Cooking skills
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Teamwork
Accomplishments
- Achieved maintain a good work event through effectively helping with other making sure do there job right it all time .
Certification
Forklift Operator Certification
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Cook Manager
Applebee's Grill + Bar
03.2024 - 03.2025
Cook, Dishwasher, Perp-cook
Oliver Garden Italian Restaurant
02.2021 - 08.2022
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Five Below
11.2020 - 01.2021
Forklift Operator
Sterno
01.2019 - 10.2020
Forklift Operator
Paramount Staffing
03.2017 - 07.2018
Forklift Operator
Prologistix Staffing
05.2015 - 04.2017
GED -
Muhlenberg Job CORPS
High School Diploma -
CRAIGMONT HIGH SCHOOL