Gail Bissell

Cook

Corner Pocket Billiards

West Seattle

04.2017 - 07.2025

Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and dining areas.
Assisted in inventory management by tracking ingredient supplies and ordering stock.
Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
Implemented food safety protocols to ensure compliance with health regulations.
Prepared a variety of dishes following menu specifications and customer preferences.