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Dorian Durden

Boston,MA

Summary

Experienced culinary and operations professional with a proven track record in restaurant cooking, kitchen management, and customer service. Adept at team leadership, inventory control, and maintaining high standards in fast-paced environments.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Cook / Supervisor

Fall River Healthcare
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Prepared meals for residents with specific dietary needs in a healthcare setting.
  • Supervised dietary aides and dishwashing staff.
  • Ensured kitchen cleanliness and secured all food storage areas at end of shift.

Line Cook / Prep Cook

Olive Garden
03.2019 - 04.2022
  • Prepared and cooked a variety of menu items in a high-volume kitchen.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of prep and cooking areas.

Laundry Attendant

Wash World
02.2017 - 12.2018
  • Assisted customers with laundry services.
  • Operated washers and dryers, folded clothes, and maintained a clean facility.
  • Responsible for store closing, including cleaning and locking up.

Guest Service Coordinator / Line Cook

Ruby Tuesday
07.2014 - 08.2016
  • Managed food quality and presentation while cooking on the line.
  • Oversaw staff, ensured customer satisfaction, and handled closing duties.
  • Processed server cash-outs, ran nightly reports, and managed safe deposits.

Kitchen Manager / Line Cook

Chipotle Mexican Grill
11.2012 - 08.2014
  • Conducted inventory, managed food orders, and reduced food waste.
  • Opened the store and assigned team roles.
  • Prepared and cooked food while maintaining cleanliness and quality standards.

Shipping & Receiving Clerk

Garment Express
09.2005 - 05.2007
  • Verified incoming orders and prepared packages for shipment.
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload delivery trucks.

Education

High School Diploma -

New Bedford High School
New Bedford, MA
06.2007

Skills

  • Staff Supervision & Training
  • Food Safety & Sanitation
  • Inventory Control
  • Customer Service
  • Forklift & Pallet Jack Operation
  • Bilingual: English & Spanish
  • Reliable, Hardworking, Adaptable
  • Meal preparation
  • Kitchen management
  • Food safety
  • Kitchen organization

Career Development

  • Currently Studying to Become a Licensed Master Electrician
  • Pursuing coursework and practical experience toward a long-term career in the trades.

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working
Portuguese
Limited Working

Timeline

Lead Cook / Supervisor

Fall River Healthcare
05.2023 - 08.2023

Line Cook / Prep Cook

Olive Garden
03.2019 - 04.2022

Laundry Attendant

Wash World
02.2017 - 12.2018

Guest Service Coordinator / Line Cook

Ruby Tuesday
07.2014 - 08.2016

Kitchen Manager / Line Cook

Chipotle Mexican Grill
11.2012 - 08.2014

Shipping & Receiving Clerk

Garment Express
09.2005 - 05.2007

High School Diploma -

New Bedford High School

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