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Elizabeth Myers

Champlin,MN

Summary

Talented Cook with excellent experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with cashiers and kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking with an up-to-date food handling permit. Diligent Cook was 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. Focused fast food professional aiming to bring years of food service experience to the role. Eager to contribute a positive attitude to a dynamic team. Creative Cook exceptionally well-versed in food plating and knife handling skills and techniques. Offering comprehensive experience in quality food preparation and presentation. Driven fast food Prep and diverse skill set. Offering 6 years of quality performance in food service roles. Known for reliability, efficiency, and best-in-class service. A hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure an entry-level Cook Assistant position. Ready to help the team achieve company goals. A reliable employee seeking a cooking position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. Talented Cook with excellent experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with cashiers and kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking with an up-to-date food handling permit. Experienced cook with over 10 plus years of experience in and out of the country. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and problem-solving skills. A hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure anentry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help the team achieve company goals.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Cook/Assistant

Chipotle Mexican Grill
Crystal MN, MN
09.2019 - Current
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Worked with chef to prepare daily food specials and other supplies.
  • Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Removed expired food and beverages from storage and reviewed inventory for upcoming expirations dates.
  • Prepared food orders to support waitstaff and other team members.
  • Inspected completed dishes for best-in-class plating, aroma and food quality.
  • Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping and proofing.
  • Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
  • Met production requirements for banquet and outlet desserts and breakfast pastries.
  • Ordered food and supplies based on detailed inventories and changing restaurant needs.

Cook/Assistant

Centennial Gardens For Nursing And Rehabilition
Minneapolis, MN
01.2017 - Current
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Removed expired food and beverages from storage and reviewed inventory for upcoming expirations dates.
  • Prepared food orders to support waitstaff and other team members.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
  • Worked on salads, desserts and meat preparation for [Job title] to increase kitchen speed.
  • Ordered food and supplies based on detailed inventories and changing restaurant needs.
  • Inspected preparation and storage equipment regularly to assess and maintain performance for cost-effective, safe operations.
  • Assisted customers in placing special orders for large-scale events such as weddings and birthday parties.
  • Led shifts while preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications.
  • Prepared operational reports and analyses and made appropriate recommendations to address progress and negative trends.
  • Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Planned lunch, dinner and bar menus, as well as special menus for in-house special events and catering.

Cook/Assistant

Taco Bell Restaurant
Plymouth, MN
05.2014 - 09.2019
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Worked with chef to prepare daily food specials and other supplies.
  • Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Removed expired food and beverages from storage and reviewed inventory for upcoming expirations dates.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Prepared food orders to support waitstaff and other team members.
  • Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
  • Checked meat temperatures prior to plating and serving dishes, upholding strict standards for food safety and preparation.
  • Maintained skill level of kitchen staff by properly coaching, counseling and disciplining employees.
  • Prepared operational reports and analyses and made appropriate recommendations to address progress and negative trends.
  • Adapted meals based on FOH tickets while maintaining accuracy and speed of preparation.
  • Engaged with customers, offering menu information, providing suggestions and showing genuine appreciation for business.
  • Set up work stations and prepped [Type] food for dishes to increase productivity during busy mealtimes.
  • Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping and proofing.
  • Designed dynamic and seasonal menus with [Job title].
  • Met production requirements for banquet and outlet desserts and breakfast pastries.
  • Distributed food during busy peak periods to drive customer satisfaction.
  • Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.

Cook/Assistant

Diana Restaurant
Monrovia, Liberia (Africa)
02.2006 - 03.2014
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Removed expired food and beverages from storage and reviewed inventory for upcoming expirations dates.
  • Prepared operational reports and analyses and made appropriate recommendations to address progress and negative trends.

Education

Food Protection Management Certification - Chef

ANSI American National Standards Institute
233 S Wacker Dr. Suite 3600 Chicago IL 60606
12.2019

Skills

Kitchen Staff Support

  • Contamination Control
  • Chef Assistance
  • Vegetable and Fruit Preparation
  • Salad Bar and Buffet Maintenance
  • Meat Preparation
  • Sauce and Dressing Creation
  • Meat and Poultry Slicing
  • Kitchen Operations
  • Proper Storage Procedures
  • Seafood Preparation
  • Kitchen Station Restocking
  • Dishwasher Operation
  • Food Portioning and Packaging
  • Salad Creation
  • Dish Preparation
  • Sauce Preparation
  • Safety and Sanitation Standards
  • Freshness Control

Accomplishments

  • Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
  • Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
  • Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Achieved [Result] by introducing [Software] for [Type] tasks.
  • Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.

Certification

  • ServSafe
  • Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
  • Licensed [Job Title] - [Timeframe]

Languages

English
Professional Working

Timeline

Cook/Assistant

Chipotle Mexican Grill
09.2019 - Current

Cook/Assistant

Centennial Gardens For Nursing And Rehabilition
01.2017 - Current

Cook/Assistant

Taco Bell Restaurant
05.2014 - 09.2019

Cook/Assistant

Diana Restaurant
02.2006 - 03.2014

Food Protection Management Certification - Chef

ANSI American National Standards Institute
Elizabeth Myers