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Ji-roz Greek Cuisine
Greenville, SC
05.2024 - Current
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- Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
- Thoroughly accommodated customers' dietary restrictions and special preferences
- Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
- Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
- Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
- Performed basic administrative duties such as inventory management, ordering supplies.
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables, fruits, and herbs
- Operated ovens, fryers, flat-top grills and saute stations
- Experienced in safely building and maintaining wood fire under grill to optimize grill marks and cooking time, by keeping grill hot while maintaining a controlled flame
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Hand-breaded and deep-fried various foods, including seafood, vegetables, meats, and potatoes.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Knowledgeable and careful in avoiding cross-contamination regarding severe food allergies.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Capable of lifting and carrying up to 45lbs as needed for kitchen operations
