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Dillon Sarras

Kansas City

Summary

Adept at enhancing kitchen operations and reducing food waste, I streamlined prep processes at Brew Lab, ensuring efficient ingredient usage. My expertise in cooking and customer service, coupled with a knack for multitasking, significantly improved service quality. Trained staff in safety protocols, emphasizing cleanliness and organization, achieving a notable increase in kitchen productivity.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook

Lake Quivira Country Club

•Ensured readiness of food items for the day.

•Maintained organized workspace and ensured cleanliness of the station.

•Adhered strictly to kitchen's provided cooking guidelines.

•Delivered responsive aid to ensure smooth workflow.

Cook

Compass Group
06.2023 - Current
  • 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.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.

Cook Manager

Brew Lab
02.2021 - 06.2023
  • 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.

Shift Leader

Lonestar Steak House
04.2010 - 06.2015
  • Started as a host and worked my up to server then eventually shift leader for for about 2 years.
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment while ensuring all employees adhered to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
  • Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with other shift leaders to maintain consistent standards across all shifts, promoting a cohesive workplace culture.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through prompt and courteous service, addressing concerns immediately.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.

Education

Bachelor Of Hospitality Management - Chef Apprenticeship

Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS
05.2014

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Cooking
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Food handling
  • Food preparation
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Kitchen organization

Timeline

Cook

Compass Group
06.2023 - Current

Cook Manager

Brew Lab
02.2021 - 06.2023

Shift Leader

Lonestar Steak House
04.2010 - 06.2015

Bachelor Of Hospitality Management - Chef Apprenticeship

Johnson County Community College

Cook

Lake Quivira Country Club
Dillon Sarras