Eddie Williams
Lakeland,FL
Summary
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.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
Centre Club- Tampa
10.2019 - Current
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- 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.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
Fry Cook
Cheesecake Factory Inc
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Tested temperatures of food at specified intervals by using food thermometers.
- Learned new menu offerings and options easily to assist customers with selecting items.
- Marinated food items according to provided instructions and recipes.
- Continuously updated knowledge of frying techniques, equipment, and best practices to optimize performance in the role.
- Used kitchen equipment safely and reduced risk of injuries and burns.
Line Cook
Sonny's BBQ
07.2017 - 11.2019
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Line Cook
Longhorn
01.2019 - 10.2019
- Provided support to crew members through all facets of food preparation and delivery.
- Provided support to crew members, facilitating quick food preparation and delivery.
- Established and maintained productive staff relationships for positive working environments.
- Monitored food temperatures for proper cooking and safe consumption.
- Restocked and rotated food items according to expiry dates to minimize waste.
- Developed deep understanding of menu items and ingredients.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Art Institute of Tampa
Tampa, FL03.2019
Skills
- Menu Item Memorization
- Food Plating
- Proficient in various knife skills
- Sauce preparation
- Completing multiple tasks under limited time
- Preparing various soups for daily consumption
- Adequate in communication regarding food quality and food items
- Ticket Time Monitoring
- Sanitization
- Professional Attitude
Certification
- ServSafe
Timeline
Fry Cook
Cheesecake Factory Inc
01.2021 - 09.2021
Line Cook
Centre Club- Tampa
10.2019 - Current
Line Cook
Longhorn
01.2019 - 10.2019
Line Cook
Sonny's BBQ
07.2017 - 11.2019
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Art Institute of Tampa
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