George Melander
1232B Center St.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Dave and Busters
Honolulu, HI
12.2023 - Current
- Prepared high-quality dishes in accordance with restaurant standards and customer preferences.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes, enhancing efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workspace, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Assisted in menu planning by providing input on seasonal ingredients and dish creativity.
- Trained new team members on kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and food handling techniques.
- Developed daily specials that increased customer satisfaction and dining experiences.
- Monitored inventory levels and assisted in ordering supplies to minimize waste and control costs.
- Implemented new cooking techniques that improved dish presentation and flavor consistency across menus.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
Crate Builder
Milgard Windows & Doors
Fife, WA
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Assembled custom crates using precision tools and materials to meet production specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize crate design for increased durability and efficiency.
- Operated machinery for cutting, shaping, and assembling components according to safety standards.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Maintained organized workstations to enhance productivity and minimize workplace hazards.
- Reduced material waste by accurately measuring, cutting, and nailing wooden components for crate assembly.
Construction Worker
Roy’s Royal Company
Tacoma, WA
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Operated heavy machinery to complete construction tasks efficiently.
- Maintained job site safety by adhering to safety protocols and regulations.
- Assisted in the installation of structural frameworks and components.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion.
- Followed blueprints and schematics to accurately execute construction plans.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Maintained clean and organized job sites, contributing to a safe working environment for all employees.
Chef
Panda Express
Honolulu, HI
06.2018 - 06.2021
- Prepared and cooked diverse menu items following standardized recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen area to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Assisted in training new team members on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team to streamline food production processes, enhancing service speed.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Adapted menus seasonally, incorporating fresh produce to create visually appealing and flavorful dishes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Prince George High School
Prince George, VASkills
- Blueprint reading & interpretation
- Measuring, cutting, and material estimation
- Use of hand & power tools (drills, saws, nail guns)
- Basic carpentry, framing, drywall, or concrete work
- Equipment operation (forklifts, roller, mini)
- Problem-solving on-site
- Time management under deadlines
- Attention to detail (precision matters a lot)
- Physical stamina and endurance
- Knowledge of OSHA safety standards
- Hazard recognition and prevention
- Proper use of PPE (helmets, gloves, harnesses)
- Teamwork and communication
- Following instructions accurately
🔧 Technical Skills
🛠️ Practical Skills
⚠️ Safety & Compliance
🤝 Soft Skills
- Reliability and strong work ethic
- Knife skills (chopping, dicing, slicing)
- Food prep & mise en place
- Cooking methods (grilling, sautéing, baking, frying)
- Recipe following and portion control
- Time management during busy service
- Multitasking (handling multiple dishes at once)
- Cleanliness and kitchen organization
- Flavor balancing and seasoning
- Understanding ingredients and substitutions
- Food safety & sanitation (very important)
- Plating and presentation skills
- Menu planning or improvisation
- Adapting recipes and experimenting
🔪 Core Cooking Skills
🍲 Kitchen Management
🍽️ Food Knowledge
🎨 Creativity & Presentation
Timeline
Chef
Dave and Busters
12.2023 - Current
Crate Builder
Milgard Windows & Doors
09.2022 - 11.2023
Construction Worker
Roy’s Royal Company
08.2021 - 06.2022
Chef
Panda Express
06.2018 - 06.2021
High School Diploma -
Prince George High School