Gabrielle Westcott
Traverse City,MI
Summary
Highly skilled and detail-oriented cook with a strong understanding of food safety protocols. Demonstrated expertise in preparing delicious meals while maintaining a well-stocked, organized, and clean kitchen environment to optimize efficiency. Committed to being a valuable team player, consistently punctual, and fostering open communication to ensure seamless collaboration. Thrives in fast-paced environments and dedicated to delivering exceptional results through hard work and dedication.
Overview
2009
2009
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook/Chocolatier
Wren
01.2024 - Current
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards
- Continuously researched industry trends to stay current with evolving consumer demands and preferences in the chocolate market
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by creating visually appealing and delicious chocolate products.
Line Cook/Line Cook/Bakery Production Worker
Raduno
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Managed the cleanliness of the kitchen and maintained accurate inventory management
- Managed stocking of coolers and freezers
- Preparation of food items to the correct quality and consistently
- Safely handled and stored kitchen equipment in adherence to prescribed standards
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
Line Cook/Baking
Harbor Haus
05.2021 - 10.2022
- Ensured cleanliness of the kitchen and effectively managed inventory
- Contributed to maintaining kitchen functionality when main chef was unavailable
- Provided training to colleagues on an as-needed basis
- Developed menu options for both special events and daily service
- Performed duties across 4 different stations comprising Garde Manger, Saute, Deserts, and Flat top
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
Bakery Production Worker
Cuppa Joe
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Maintained cleanliness and organized inventory in kitchen
- Managed stocking freezers
- Baked a range of pastries to meet morning deadlines
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
Line Cook/Bakery Production Worker
Bear Bellv Bar & Grill
11.2017 - 03.2021
- Managed kitchen cleanliness and inventory stocking
- Managed team members to ensure productivity and focus
- Prepared all appetizers listed on the menu
- Crafted diverse dessert options
- Managed kitchen operations independently in absence of the chef.
Cleaner/Cashier
Lac La Belle Lodge
11.16 - 03.2021
- Managed front desk operations at store
- Provided assistance and support to customers through phone communication and handled customer service responsibilities
- Cleaned and managed multiple cabin rentals
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
Education
Pre-rec classes for early college -
Gogebic Community College
Houghton, MICertified Culinarian & Certified Pastry Culinarian: Culinary Arts -
Northwestern Michigan College
High School Diploma -
Calumet High School
Calumet, MISkills
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
- Food safety knowledge
- Problem-Solving
- Knife Skills
- Kitchen Sanitization
- Kitchen Organization
- Line Management
- Food Storage Procedures
- Allergen awareness
- Kitchen Equipment Management
Timeline
Line Cook/Chocolatier
Wren
01.2024 - Current
Line Cook/Line Cook/Bakery Production Worker
Raduno
05.2023 - 11.2023
Bakery Production Worker
Cuppa Joe
10.2021 - 04.2022
Line Cook/Baking
Harbor Haus
05.2021 - 10.2022
Line Cook/Bakery Production Worker
Bear Bellv Bar & Grill
11.2017 - 03.2021
Pre-rec classes for early college -
Gogebic Community College
Certified Culinarian & Certified Pastry Culinarian: Culinary Arts -
Northwestern Michigan College
High School Diploma -
Calumet High School
Cleaner/Cashier
Lac La Belle Lodge
11.16 - 03.2021
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