George Brown
Anchorage
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented Cook with a proven track record at Wilderness Express, excelling in food preparation and kitchen organization. Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities and a commitment to food safety, significantly reducing waste while enhancing customer satisfaction through high-quality dish presentation. Adept at collaborating with team members to optimize kitchen efficiency.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Suite 100
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
- Adapted quickly to menu changes and customer requests, demonstrating flexibility and problem-solving skills.
Pizza Cook
Beartooth
- Reduced food waste by efficiently managing ingredients inventory and rotating stock as needed.
- Cooked assembled pizzas in oven, removed when done, allowed to cool, cut and boxed completed orders, entering real-time preparation updates in electronic system from start to finish.
- Followed strict food safety guidelines to maintain a safe and sanitary kitchen, reducing the risk of health code violations.
- Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
Pizza Cook
Moosestooth
- Handled high-volume orders during peak times with accuracy and speed while maintaining attention to detail for each pizza creation.
- Monitored and maintained clean working areas and cooking surfaces.
- Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure a clean and organized workspace, promoting a positive work environment.
- Prepared fresh dough and other pre-made items, following store recipes to mix ingredients, allowing for sufficient rising or cooking and placing in cooler for storage until needed.
- Assisted coworkers during busy periods by multitasking between various stations when necessary, reinforcing teamwork within the establishment.
Cook
Wilderness Express
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
- Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
- Adhered to recipe guidelines while demonstrating creativity in plating and garnishing dishes for enhanced visual appeal.
Dishwasher/Prep Cook
Wildfork Catering
06.2024 - 05.2025
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
- Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
Prep Cook
Lucky Wishbone
10.2022 - 12.2024
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace during busy shifts.
- Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.
- Supported the success of daily operations by assisting chefs with ingredient prep work as needed.
- Collaborated with kitchen team, effectively communicating to streamline processes and optimize workflow.
Education
General Studies
East High School
Anchorage, AK05.2015
Skills
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Kitchen organization
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Frying
- Cooking techniques
- Sanitation
- Supply restocking
- Surface cleaning
- Hospitality and service industry background
- Food presentation
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Sanitation practices
- Grilling
- Food plating and presentation
- Food plating
- Food handler certification
Timeline
Cook
Wilderness Express
05.2025 - 08.2025
Dishwasher/Prep Cook
Wildfork Catering
06.2024 - 05.2025
Prep Cook
Lucky Wishbone
10.2022 - 12.2024
Cook
Suite 100
Pizza Cook
Beartooth
Pizza Cook
Moosestooth
General Studies
East High School
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