Gabe Poolman
Spirit Lake
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with experience at Kazarelli's, excelling in high-pressure environments. Proven ability to learn new skills quicker than most employees. Known in the work place to be a reliable and hard-working individual that can be trusted with any task given.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
Kazarelli's
01.2025 - Current
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Became accustomed to dealing with high-stress environments on a regular basis.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Server
Tavern at the Park
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
Line Cook
Snappers
05.2021 - 08.2024
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Spirit Lake High School
Spirit Lake, IA05-2023
Skills
- Time management
- High Stress Tolerance
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Food preparation
- Problem-solving
Certification
- EMT certification enrollment - Fall 2025 (Southeast Technical College)
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Line Cook
Kazarelli's
01.2025 - Current
Server
Tavern at the Park
05.2024 - 08.2024
Line Cook
Snappers
05.2021 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
Spirit Lake High School
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