Eric Hatangimana
Essex Junction
Summary
Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Motivated professional with several years of experience preparing delicious meals for customers. Polished in following proper food handling methods and maintaining correct temperature of food products. Creative and artistic professional committed to strengthening kitchen team with better collaboration, recipes and cooking techniques.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Line Cook
Applebee's Grill + Bar
South Burlington
2017.06 - Current
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to Applebee's recipes and standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
- Collaborated with servers to ensure timely order fulfillment and customer satisfaction.
- Monitored food inventory levels and reported shortages to management for restocking.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including grills, fryers, and ovens, safely and efficiently.
- Followed health regulations to ensure food safety and sanitation practices were met.
- Adapted to changing menus and special requests while maintaining quality standards.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
Cook Manager
Applebee's Grill + Bar
South Burlington
2017.06 - Current
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and safety standards.
- Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies to maintain kitchen operations.
- Trained new cooks on food safety protocols and kitchen procedures.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to streamline service during peak hours.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to meet restaurant standards.
- Enforced cleanliness and organization in the kitchen area for optimal workflow.
- Assisted in scheduling staff shifts to align with restaurant needs and traffic patterns.
- Maintained accurate inventory of all food items; ordered supplies as needed.
- Maintained cleanliness throughout entire work area including floors, walls, counters, shelves.
- Ensured compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards in the kitchen area.
- Coordinated with other kitchen personnel to ensure proper functioning of the kitchen operations.
- Directed and supervised kitchen staff in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of food.
- Reviewed orders from wait staff for accuracy before being sent out to customers.
- Trained new employees on proper cooking techniques, equipment use, recipe adherence.
Education
Master of Science -
University of Vermont
Burlington, VT 2017.06 - 2019.08
Skills
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Recipe adherence
- Menu adaptation
- Customer service
- Staff training
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Organizational skills
- Problem solving
- Fast-paced efficiency
- Sanitation compliance
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Sautéing techniques
- Professional attitude
- Workstation cleanliness
- Recipe preparation
- Crew training
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Line Cook
Applebee's Grill + Bar
2017.06 - Current
Cook Manager
Applebee's Grill + Bar
2017.06 - Current
Master of Science -
University of Vermont
2017.06 - 2019.08