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Donta Burnette

Donta Burnette

Gloucester

Summary

Talented Cook with excellent experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with cashiers and kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking with up-to-date food handling permit. Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development. Detail-oriented professional with background creating delicious dishes. Dedicated to delivering highest quality customer service. Expert at succeeding in high pressure environments while remaining calm. Safety-minded when carefully following food handling regulations and procedures. 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. Attentive Job Title with wide-ranging culinary experience in various settings. Produces quality meals while adhering to safety and sanitation guidelines. Possesses excellent organization and time management skills for smooth kitchen operation. Energetic Job Title with passion for food and commitment to providing customers with exceptional culinary experiences. Focuses on using fresh ingredients to create flavorful dishes appealing to different palates. Team player offers clear communication and problem-solving. Hardworking and enthusiastic Job Title trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. So in close I'm looking for 15.00 plus hourly and I'm great for weekends open to close or either shift ty.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook Supervisor

Sals Pizza
08.2022 - 01.2023

Cook

Water Street Bar & Grille
05.2017 - 12.2021
  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
  • Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
  • Trained and supervised cooking staff to expertly meet daily needs.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
  • Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
  • Managed kitchen budget for supplies and labor hours, consistently meeting targets.
  • Suggested actionable improvements to streamline training procedures.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Developed relationships with local suppliers to obtain freshest ingredients available.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
  • Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
  • Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced Type environment.
  • Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
  • Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
  • Planned menus for different events, seasons and customer requests.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.

Kitchen Manager

Egg Head Dinner
02.2012 - 12.2022
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Developed and maintained professional relationships with suppliers to acquire high-quality ingredients and products with reasonable prices.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust purchasing decisions accordingly.
  • Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
  • Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
  • Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Monitored and adjusted pricing, discounts and promotions to maximize profitability.
  • Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
  • Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
  • Designed and maintained menus to offer variety of high quality and consistency of dishes.
  • Coordinated with catering staff to deliver food services for special events and functions.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers.
  • Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
  • Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
  • Collaborated with other departments to coordinate meal service and special events, executing smooth operations.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
  • Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
  • Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
  • Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
  • Reviewed and analyzed kitchen performance to verify gaps and observe continuous improvement.
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
  • Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
  • Calculated prices of ingredients to monitor food costs and control expenses.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Reduced inaccuracies by carefully counting cash and keeping meticulous records of transactions.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.

Cook

Popeyes
01.2023 - Current
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Suggested actionable improvements to streamline training procedures.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
  • Trained and supervised cooking staff to expertly meet daily needs.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
  • Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
  • Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • 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.
  • Managed kitchen budget for supplies and labor hours, consistently meeting targets.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
  • Developed relationships with local suppliers to obtain freshest ingredients available.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
  • Planned menus for different events, seasons and customer requests.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
  • Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
  • Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
  • Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced Type environment.

Education

AA - Industry Electric

Cal State Long Beach CA
Long Beach, CA
09.2008

Diploma -

Gloucester High School
Gloucester, VA
06.1998

Skills

  • Loss Prevention Strategies
  • Hot Trays
  • Cleaning and Organization
  • Kitchen Organization
  • Customer Needs Assessments
  • Gift Wrapping Boxes
  • Guest Inquiries
  • Basic Housekeeping
  • Portion Standards
  • Proper Storage Procedures
  • Equipment Preparation
  • Juice Dispenser Maintenance
  • Delivery Updates
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Safe Food Handling Procedures
  • High-Volume Production Capabilities
  • Financial Transactions
  • Consultative Sales Approach
  • Table Bussing
  • Kitchen Operations
  • Customer Presentations
  • Quality Assurance and Control
  • Menu Planning
  • Customer Deliveries
  • Food Processing
  • Cash Register Operations
  • Pizza Baking
  • Cooking Procedures
  • Road Construction
  • Health Department Regulations
  • Tool Preparation
  • Cake Decorating Expertise
  • Regulatory Standards
  • Food Preparation
  • Special Requests
  • Grab and Go Preparation
  • Food Presentation
  • Chef Support
  • Phone Etiquette
  • Portion Sizes
  • Special Assignments
  • Cutting Techniques
  • Buffet Maintenance
  • Order Delivery Practices
  • Suggestive Selling
  • Menu Marketing Expertise
  • Strong Butchery Skills
  • Spoilage Prevention
  • Large-Scale Events Planning
  • New Hire Training
  • Corporate Standards
  • Brand Loyalty
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Rotation Procedures
  • Restaurant Operation
  • Supply Restocking
  • Product Inventories
  • Kitchen Support
  • High-Volume Environments
  • Professional Relationships
  • Food Plating and Presentation
  • Culinary Arts
  • Active Listening
  • Procedure Preparation
  • Creative Solutions
  • Standardized Recipes
  • Product Selection
  • Sous Vide Technique
  • Concise Time Management
  • Food Spoilage Prevention
  • Chemical Storage
  • Food Storage
  • Efficient Service
  • POS Inventory System Operation
  • Kitchen Equipment Usage
  • Health Code Requirements
  • Issue Resolution
  • Team Mentoring
  • Food Presentation Talent
  • Food Allergies
  • Quality Deliverables
  • Washing and Storing Dishes
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Order Selection and Preparation
  • Bank Deposits
  • Customer Preferences
  • Opening and Closing Skills
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Branch Management
  • Customer Service
  • Product Stocking and Rotating
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Effective Communication
  • Room Inventory
  • Providing Feedback
  • Timely Food Delivery
  • Grill Maintenance
  • Buffet Opening and Closing
  • Quick-Learning

Timeline

Cook

Popeyes
01.2023 - Current

Cook Supervisor

Sals Pizza
08.2022 - 01.2023

Cook

Water Street Bar & Grille
05.2017 - 12.2021

Kitchen Manager

Egg Head Dinner
02.2012 - 12.2022

AA - Industry Electric

Cal State Long Beach CA

Diploma -

Gloucester High School

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