Durand Smith
Minneapolis
Summary
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
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Norpol Residence Services
1921 1st Ave S Minneapolis, MN 55403
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- 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.
Security
Red Lake Nation College
900 S 3rd St Minneapolis, MN 55415
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Evaluated potential information assurance security risks and took corrective actions.
Cook
MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center
805 5th St Sioux City, IA 51101
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Cook
Boys And Girls Home
2101 Court St Sioux City, IA 51104
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Deli Associate
Walmart
1308 MN-33 Cloquet, MN 55720
07.2020 - 04.2021
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and accurately fulfilling deli orders.
- Increased deli sales through the effective promotion of featured items and specials.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently complete daily tasks and consistently meet customer needs.
- Prepared high-quality sandwiches, salads, and other deli products for customers, resulting in repeat business.
- Assisted in inventory management, reducing waste by rotating stock appropriately and monitoring expiration dates.
- Contributed to positive customer experiences by promptly addressing concerns and providing knowledgeable product recommendations.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or accuracy.
- Assisted with maintaining an appealing deli display, showcasing fresh products and enticing customers to make a purchase.
- Developed strong rapport with regular customers, fostering loyalty through personalized service and attention to detail.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
Cook
Homestead Assisted Living
950 Homestead Ave. Riverton, WY 82501
02.2018 - 07.2018
- Prepped and cooked breakfast and lunch for the elderly residents.
- Did own dishes, cleaned and started prepping my lunch items.
- Some minor baking if the menu required it for that day.
- Dished up all the plates for the nurses to deliver to the residents at the tables.
- Cleaned and sanitized all work areas for next shift.
Cook
Nutri-Solutions
955 Mackubin St St. Paul, MN 55117
03.2017 - 07.2017
- Clarified 360 lbs. of butter for coffee creamer company.
- Carefully poured the hot butter into small kegs to cool off for next day mixing.
- Mix the cooled off butter with other ingredients and package for shipping.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Line Cook
Little Venetian
2900 Rice St Suite 240 Little Canada, MN 55113
06.2002 - 02.2017
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality dishes in a timely manner.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking supplies and placing orders as needed.
- Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Participated in creating daily specials that showcased creativity while utilizing available inventory effectively.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Assisted in developing new menu items to reflect restaurant's style and standards.
Education
A.A. in Liberal Arts
Red Lake Nation College
900 S 3rd St Minneapolis, MN 5541501.2025
GED -
Hubbs Center For Lifelong Learning
1030 University Ave W St Paul, MN 5510411.1998
Skills
- Food handling
- ServSafe Certification
- Supply Restocking
- Surface cleaning
- Grilling
- Customer Service
- Cleaning and organization
- Food Preparation
- Hospitality and Service Industry Background
- Cooking
- Institutional and Batch Cooking
- Ingredients measuring
- 28 years in the food industry
Certification
- Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe] ServSafe Certified
Timeline
Cook
Norpol Residence Services
06.2023 - 01.2024
Security
Red Lake Nation College
03.2023 - 05.2023
Cook
MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center
06.2022 - 07.2022
Cook
Boys And Girls Home
02.2022 - 06.2022
Deli Associate
Walmart
07.2020 - 04.2021
Cook
Homestead Assisted Living
02.2018 - 07.2018
Cook
Nutri-Solutions
03.2017 - 07.2017
Line Cook
Little Venetian
06.2002 - 02.2017
A.A. in Liberal Arts
Red Lake Nation College
GED -
Hubbs Center For Lifelong Learning