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
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
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Evaluated potential information assurance security risks and took corrective actions.
Cook
MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center
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
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
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
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
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
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