Emily (Eve) Sadowski
Champaign,IL
Summary
Dynamic and innovative culinary professional with extensive experience as a Line Cook at Black Dog Smoke and Ale House and Sushi Chef at Kofusion. Excelled in enhancing kitchen operations and food presentation, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and team coordination. Achieved significant customer satisfaction through creative recipe development and efficient service.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Black Dog Smoke and Ale House
10.2022 - Current
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Increased kitchen productivity by keeping tools organized for easy access when needed.
- Strengthened team communication through active listening and constructive feedback during shift meetings or one-on-one sessions.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Implemented effective waste reduction strategies, minimizing food costs and supporting sustainable practices.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Ensured smooth kitchen operations during special events or private parties by collaborating with front-of-house staff and adjusting to specific client requests.
Sushi Chef
Kofusion
11.2021 - 12.2022
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Managed inventory effectively, reducing waste while ensuring the consistent availability of necessary ingredients for daily operations.
- Maintained high-quality standards for ingredients by sourcing fresh, sustainable seafood from local suppliers.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Supported restaurant growth by developing innovative new sushi roll recipes that garnered positive reviews from patrons.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Maximized guest satisfaction with timely order completion during peak hours without compromising quality or presentation.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by crafting visually appealing and delicious sushi rolls with precision and attention to detail.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Streamlined kitchen operations through the implementation of effective time management and organizational strategies.
- Demonstrated versatility in the kitchen by preparing various Japanese cuisine dishes beyond sushi, such as sashimi, ramen, and tempura.
- Contributed to a safe, clean work environment by adhering to strict food safety guidelines and maintaining a spotless workspace at all times.
- Established strong working relationships with colleagues through clear communication, teamwork, and mutual respect.
- Encouraged positive work culture by fostering a supportive environment where employees felt empowered to learn and grow in their roles.
- Collaborated with management to create seasonal menu options based on market availability and emerging culinary trends.
Education
High School Diploma -
Antelope High School
Antelope, CA06.2012
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Time management
- Professional attitude
- Customer service
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Active listener
- Food preparation
- Problem-solving
- Food safety knowledge
- Team coordination
- Food safety
- Cleanliness standards
- Kitchen sanitization
- Knife skills
- Kitchen station setup
- Kitchen sanitation
- Following cooking methods
- Deep fryer operation
- Kitchen organization
- Quality control
- Kitchen operations
- Line management
- Grilling techniques
- Ingredient preparation
- Workload management
- Server communication
- Meat cutting
- Food presentation
- Inventory management
- Portion control
- Portion management
- Recipe adherence
- Ingredient inspection
- Plating techniques
- Recipe adaptation
Timeline
Line Cook
Black Dog Smoke and Ale House
10.2022 - Current
Sushi Chef
Kofusion
11.2021 - 12.2022
High School Diploma -
Antelope High School
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