Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Maneki Japanese Restaurant
03.2023 - Current
Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
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.
Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Chef
Mojo Asian Food Bar
10.2017 - 01.2023
Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
Chef
Noah's Ark
04.2012 - 03.2017
Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
Chef
Vetryben'ky
02.2010 - 03.2012
Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
Associate Governmental Program Analyst at State of California, Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC)Associate Governmental Program Analyst at State of California, Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC)