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Gaylen Holbrook

Millville,NJ
Gaylen Holbrook

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented culinary professional with experience at KFC Restaurant, excelling in food preparation and presentation. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through high-quality dishes and effective multitasking. Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and a commitment to teamwork, ensuring a seamless dining experience for guests.

Professional culinary specialist with strong foundation in kitchen operations and food preparation. Proven ability to work seamlessly in team environments while adapting to changing demands. Skilled in ingredient prep, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring timely service. Known for reliability, collaboration, and achieving consistent results.

Overview

18
years of professional experience

Work History

KFC Restaurant

Prep Line Cook
05.2023 - 03.2025

Job overview

  • Worked closely with other line cooks to ensure consistency across all stations, delivering a cohesive dining experience for guests.
  • Utilized strong multitasking skills to effectively manage multiple orders at once while ensuring high-quality output and timely service.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in food preparation and presentation.
  • Provided excellent customer service by swiftly addressing any concerns or special requests from guests regarding dietary restrictions or preferences.

Hardys Restaurant

Cashier
02.2022 - 03.2023

Job overview

  • Assisted in training new team members on cooking techniques, kitchen equipment usage, and company policies.
  • Demonstrated adaptability during peak hours by efficiently handling high-volume orders without compromising quality or speed of service.
  • Contributed to a positive working atmosphere, fostering teamwork among kitchen staff for seamless service delivery.
  • Consistently met strict deadlines for meal preparation during busy shifts, contributing to timely service delivery.

Dollar Tree Distribution Center

Cashier
10.2018 - 11.2019

Job overview

  • Worked closely with other line cooks to ensure consistency across all stations, delivering a cohesive dining experience for guests.
  • Utilized strong multitasking skills to effectively manage multiple orders at once while ensuring high-quality output and timely service.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in food preparation and presentation.
  • Provided excellent customer service by swiftly addressing any concerns or special requests from guests regarding dietary restrictions or preferences.

Baileys Inc.

Line Worker
04.2020 - 05.2021

Job overview

  • Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department regulations and ensuring safety for all staff members.
  • Reduced food waste by implementing proper storage techniques and monitoring expiration dates.
  • Supported inventory management efforts through accurate tracking of supplies and placing timely orders with suppliers as needed.
  • Maintained a comprehensive knowledge of ingredients used in each dish to confidently answer customer inquiries about allergens or modifications.

Sheppard Bus Service

School Bus Aide
09.2007 - 06.2018

Job overview

  • Streamlined kitchen operations for efficiency by maintaining organized workstations and keeping inventory up to date.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by preparing and presenting high-quality dishes on time.
  • Collaborated with the head chef to create innovative menu items, resulting in increased guest satisfaction.
  • Showcased creativity in garnishing dishes, enhancing their visual appeal and attracting more customers to try them out.
  • Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.

Education

Millville Senior High School
Millville, NJ

06.1993

University Overview

Skills

  • Food preparation
  • Food presentation
  • Hot food preparation

Timeline

Prep Line Cook
KFC Restaurant
05.2023 - 03.2025
Cashier
Hardys Restaurant
02.2022 - 03.2023
Line Worker
Baileys Inc.
04.2020 - 05.2021
Cashier
Dollar Tree Distribution Center
10.2018 - 11.2019
School Bus Aide
Sheppard Bus Service
09.2007 - 06.2018
Millville Senior High School
Gaylen Holbrook