Sabine Knapp
Oshkosh,WI
Summary
Dynamic and highly motivated prep cook with a proven track record at UWO Black Hawk Commons, excelling in food preparation and kitchen organization. Demonstrated strong teamwork and effective communication skills, significantly enhancing productivity and ensuring high-quality service during peak hours. Committed to safe food handling and maintaining a clean, efficient workspace.
Experienced with food preparation, knife handling, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Utilizes efficient organizational skills to streamline kitchen processes and support chefs. Knowledge of food safety protocols and effective teamwork.
Diligent Cook 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.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
Mineshaft
06.2019 - 02.2026
- Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Supported the success of daily operations by assisting chefs with ingredient prep work as needed.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Expedited food preparation for timely service by closely following chef''s instructions and prioritizing tasks.
- Collaborated with kitchen team, effectively communicating to streamline processes and optimize workflow.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
Prep Cook
Colden Corral
03.2017 - 04.2019
- Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Supported the success of daily operations by assisting chefs with ingredient prep work as needed.
- Expedited food preparation for timely service by closely following chef''s instructions and prioritizing tasks.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Provided support during peak business hours, ensuring smooth service flow while maintaining high-quality output.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
Cook
UWO Black Hawk Commons
05.2006 - 12.2019
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Streamlined food preparation process, increasing kitchen productivity.
Skills
- Menu adaptation
- Willingness to learn
- Cleaning and organization
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Safe food handling
- Chopping vegetables
- Kitchen organization
- Following instructions
- Food handling
- Dependable and reliable
- Food preparation
- Cleanliness
- Food storage
- Food processing
Timeline
Prep Cook
Mineshaft
06.2019 - 02.2026
Prep Cook
Colden Corral
03.2017 - 04.2019
Cook
UWO Black Hawk Commons
05.2006 - 12.2019