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Garner McAshan

Portland

Summary

Line cook with excellent experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with cashiers and kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking with up-to-date food handling permit.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Line Cook

Voicebox Karaoke Lounge
03.2023 - 06.2024
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • 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.

Line Cook/Prep Cook

Providore Fine Foods
02.2022 - 03.2023
  • Worked in rotisserie chicken restaurant, Arrosto, within Providore.
  • Prepped and cooked sandwiches, bowls, and restaurant's signature rotisserie chicken.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
  • Used kitchen equipment safely and reduced risk of injuries and burns.

FOH Staff Member

Bollywood Theater
05.2021 - 01.2022
  • Responsible for counter service, bartending, expo, running food to tables, cleaning tables and bathrooms, opening and closing, and counting till.
  • Answered questions clearly regarding food and beverage preparation, recipe ingredients, and allergens.
  • Serviced guests with food and beverage requirements warmly, courteously, and professionally.

Super Deluxe Team Member

Super Deluxe
03.2019 - 02.2021
  • Proficient in all back-of-house duties such as grills, fryers, oven, build-station, expo, and prep work.
  • Kept work areas clean, organized and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.

Barback / Back Waiter

Arnaud's Restaurant
03.2017 - 06.2018
  • As back waiter, effectively coordinated with team to ensure guests were taken care of.
  • As barback, juggled three distinct bars within restaurant.
  • Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to increase shelf life, improve kitchen organization and provide easy access during busy peak service times.

Education

Diploma -

St. Johnsbury Academy
St. Johnsbury, VT
05.2016

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Regulatory Standards
  • Dish Preparation
  • Portion Standards
  • Cleaning and Organization
  • Safe Work Practices
  • Team Oriented
  • Willingness to Learn

Certification

Food Handler Permit Certification

OLCC Permit Certification

Timeline

Line Cook

Voicebox Karaoke Lounge
03.2023 - 06.2024

Line Cook/Prep Cook

Providore Fine Foods
02.2022 - 03.2023

FOH Staff Member

Bollywood Theater
05.2021 - 01.2022

Super Deluxe Team Member

Super Deluxe
03.2019 - 02.2021

Barback / Back Waiter

Arnaud's Restaurant
03.2017 - 06.2018

Diploma -

St. Johnsbury Academy
Garner McAshan