Gregory Foster
Winston-Salem,NC
Summary
I’m a quick thinker fast learner hands on reliable responsible open to try new things I handle business well under pressure I have Great Customer Service I try to make it where the Customer is always Satisfied I’ve been a cook for years I have my certification in HVAC I also have an NC Driver license that is valid I also have reliable Transportation and I try to make where I’m always early to work which is on time
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2017
2017
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Head Cook
East Coast Wings + Grill
Winston-Salem, NC
08.2023 - 11.2025
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- Managed inventory levels to maintain stock of ingredients and supplies.
- Developed and implemented new menu items aligned with restaurant standards.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff for timely food service and presentation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and cooking stations.
- Monitored cooking temperatures to ensure food safety compliance at all times.
- Served as lead cook, guiding and assisting training of less experienced cooks.
- Trained new staff members in safe food handling procedures and knife skills.
- Cut, chopped and sliced meat and produce to prepare for cooking.
- Cleaned and sanitized work stations and equipment, complying with regulatory procedures.
- Ordered supplies, ingredients, and equipment needed for the kitchen.
Flagger
Department of Transportation
Winston-Salem
09.2016 - 07.2023
- Directed traffic to ensure safety in work zones.
- Set up and maintained traffic control devices and signage.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate workflow effectively.
Education
High School Equivalent
Caswell, NcHVAC
Ecotech Institute
Caswell, NCSkills
- Food safety
- Menu development
- Inventory management
- Kitchen supervision
HVAC certification
Horticulture certification
Accomplishments
- Life skills
- Fatherhood skills
- HVAC skills
- Horticulture
- DOT flagging certification
Timeline
Head Cook
East Coast Wings + Grill
08.2023 - 11.2025
Flagger
Department of Transportation
09.2016 - 07.2023
High School Equivalent
HVAC
Ecotech Institute