Eion VanderLaan
Byron Center,MI
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with expertise in food preparation and handling. Demonstrates reliability and strong communication skills. Proven ability to solve problems effectively in fast-paced environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Prep Cook
Distinctive Catering
Grand Rapids, MI
12.2024 - Current
- Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, such as washing, peeling, cutting and slicing vegetables.
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
- Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies, including food items and utensils.
- Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
- Seasoned cooked dishes properly before serving them.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
- Kept the kitchen area clean at all times during shifts.
- Communicated effectively with fellow staff members regarding meal preparations.
- Checked freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.
Line Cook
Little Caesars
Byron Center, MI
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
- Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
- Tracked inventory levels of all products used in the kitchen on a daily basis.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
Assistant General Manager
Jimmy John's
Wyoming, MI
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for employees to ensure quality standards were maintained.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to employment practices.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders for new stock as needed.
- Provided training, guidance, and support to staff members on proper procedures and policies.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Communicated regularly with suppliers regarding product delivery timelines, pricing information.
- Assisted in the recruitment process by conducting interviews with prospective candidates.
- Performed administrative tasks such as filing paperwork, preparing documents.
- Ensured that customer service standards were met or exceeded at all times.
Line Cook
Jimmy John's
Wyoming, MI
04.2022 - 01.2024
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
- Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Education
GED -
Kent ISD
Wyoming, MI03-2025
Skills
- Food safety
- Recipe adherence
- Inventory management
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Quality assurance
- Customer service
- Kitchen organization
- Food storage
- Safe food handling procedures
- Inventory stocking
- Efficient multitasking
- Heavy lifting
Certification
- ServSafe Certified
Timeline
Prep Cook
Distinctive Catering
12.2024 - Current
Line Cook
Little Caesars
08.2024 - 12.2024
Assistant General Manager
Jimmy John's
01.2024 - 07.2024
Line Cook
Jimmy John's
04.2022 - 01.2024
GED -
Kent ISD
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