Godfrey Bernard
Bluffton,SC
Summary
Detail-oriented prep cook with a strong focus on team collaboration and time management. Experienced in high-volume environments, consistently adhering to food safety regulations while preparing ingredients and assisting chefs in delivering quality meals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
Alexander's Restaurant and Wine Bar
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
11.2023 - Current
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items according to established recipes.
- Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
- Assisted chefs with food preparation tasks and cooking techniques.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including slicers, mixers, and ovens, following safety protocols.
- Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment for meal preparation.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment for efficient workflow.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations to uphold a safe kitchen environment.
- Evaluated ingredients to ensure quality and safety. of food and ingredients prior to use.
- Organized and labeled stock of ingredients to facilitate quick access and efficient inventory management.
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
- Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies, including food items and utensils.
- Completed special orders according to customer dietary needs.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
Dishwasher
The broadmoor
Colorado Springs, Colorado
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Operated industrial dishwashing equipment to ensure efficient and thorough cleaning.
- Sorted and sanitized dishes, utensils, and kitchen tools to ensure compliance with health standards.
- Ensured compliance with sanitation guidelines throughout the dishwashing process.
- Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dishwashing area during high-volume service to support efficient kitchen operations.
- Kept dishware, glasses and utensils ready for customer needs by quickly scraping, washing, and restacking items.
- Inspected returned dishes for cleanliness before restocking to uphold sanitation standards.
Education
Food and Beverage Technique
Heart Trust NTA
Hanover Jamaica06-2009
Skills
- Food preparation
- Recipe following
- Knife skills
- Chopping vegetables
- Slicing techniques
- Grilling techniques
- Equipment operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Inventory management
- High-volume service
- Efficiency in prep
- Time management
- Kitchen safety
- Team collaboration
- Menu adaptation
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Prep Cook
Alexander's Restaurant and Wine Bar
11.2023 - Current
Dishwasher
The broadmoor
01.2019 - 01.2022
Food and Beverage Technique
Heart Trust NTA