Hardworking and enthusiastic Line Cook trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
The Emerald Tavern
10.2023 - Current
Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
Prep Chef
The League Kitchen And Tavern
06.2022 - 09.2023
Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Signed for deliveries, checked items into inventory and stocked goods into proper locations.
Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
Line Cook
Evo Entertainment
06.2020 - 01.2021
Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Cashier
Sky Cinemas
05.2018 - 08.2019
Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
Catering Assistant
Whim Hospitality
08.2017 - 12.2017
Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
Delivered catered food and supplies to facility for on-time set-up.
Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
Arranged furniture and added decorations to assist in setting up for catering events.
Skills
Problem Solving
Cooking Techniques
High Hygienic Standards
Texas Food Handler Certified
Equipment Sanitation
Kitchen Operations
Timeline
Server
The Emerald Tavern
10.2023 - Current
Prep Chef
The League Kitchen And Tavern
06.2022 - 09.2023
Line Cook
Evo Entertainment
06.2020 - 01.2021
Cashier
Sky Cinemas
05.2018 - 08.2019
Catering Assistant
Whim Hospitality
08.2017 - 12.2017
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