Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Gralyn Harris

Martinez,Georiga

Summary

Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard. Talented 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. Energetic Job Title with passion for food and commitment to providing customers with exceptional culinary experiences. Focuses on using fresh ingredients to create flavorful dishes appealing to different palates. Team player offers clear communication and problem-solving. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook

The Pizza Joint
01.2023 - Current
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.

Cook

Stay Social Tap & Table
08.2020 - 12.2023
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
  • Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
  • Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced Type environment.
  • Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
  • Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
  • Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.

Cook Shift Leader

The Pizza Joint
01.2014 - 09.2020
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
  • Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
  • Trained and supervised cooking staff to expertly meet daily needs.
  • Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
  • Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
  • Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
  • Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
  • Suggested actionable improvements to streamline training procedures.

Education

GED -

Augusta Tech
Augusta GA

Skills

  • Food Storage
  • Table Bussing
  • Guest Inquiries
  • Customer Deliveries
  • Basic Housekeeping
  • Issue Resolution
  • Credit Card Transaction Processing
  • Kitchen Support
  • Food Spoilage Prevention
  • Product Inventories
  • New Hire Training
  • Quality Assurance and Control
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Food Processing
  • Grab and Go Preparation
  • Standardized Recipes
  • Safe Food Handling Procedures
  • Food Plating and Presentation
  • Opening and Closing Skills
  • Active Listening
  • Large-Scale Events Planning
  • Cleaning and Organization
  • Shipment Processing
  • Pizza Baking
  • Food Presentation Talent
  • Washing and Storing Dishes
  • High-Volume Environments
  • Phone Etiquette
  • Special Requests
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Spoilage Prevention
  • Customer Presentations
  • Food Preparation
  • Chemical Storage
  • Culinary Arts
  • High-Volume Production Capabilities
  • Cooking Procedures
  • Portion Sizes
  • Proper Storage Procedures
  • Food Presentation
  • Kitchen Equipment Usage
  • Cash Register Operations
  • Resolving Guest Complaints
  • Chopping Vegetables
  • Salad Bar Maintenance
  • Attentive Service
  • Quick-Learning

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of Number staff members.
  • Achieved Result by completing Task with accuracy and efficiency.

Timeline

Cook

The Pizza Joint
01.2023 - Current

Cook

Stay Social Tap & Table
08.2020 - 12.2023

Cook Shift Leader

The Pizza Joint
01.2014 - 09.2020

GED -

Augusta Tech

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