Harold Price III

Kitchen Staff Member

MTC Corrections

Panama City, FL

04.2023 - 01.2025

Ensured that all dishes were prepared in accordance with restaurant standards.
Adhered to established sanitation standards while preparing food items.
Cleaned and sanitized work surfaces, equipment, utensils, dishes, or silverware.
Operated various kitchen appliances such as mixers, slicers, ovens, grills .
Kept track of food waste and spoilage to ensure minimal loss.
Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators and heating equipment to ensure proper functioning.
Consistently maintained high standards of personal hygiene during shifts.
Responded promptly to customer complaints regarding food quality or service issues.
Carried out basic cleaning duties such as sweeping floors, washing dishes .
Prepared a variety of foods according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures.
Monitored inventory of supplies and communicated needs to supervisor.
Inspected dining area prior to opening for any maintenance issues requiring attention.

Line Cook

Chillies

Gainesville, FL

03.2019 - 06.2020

Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.
Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment ensuring proper functioning order.
Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
Responded quickly to any customer complaints or concerns about their dining experience.

Dishwashwer/Line Cook

Stake And Shake

Gainesville , FL

03.2015 - 04.2017

Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
Tracked inventory levels of all products used in the kitchen on a daily basis.
Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
Responded quickly to any customer complaints or concerns about their dining experience.
Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.
Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment ensuring proper functioning order.
Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
Maintained accurate records of daily production sheets including waste logs.
Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
Prepped garnishes to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
Cleaned cooking and refrigeration equipment to sanitize and prevent food-borne illness.
Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports.
Adhered to portion controls and presentation specifications.
Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
Washed and peeled ingredients to prepare for different meals and recipes.
Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
Mentored and trained staff by teaching cooking skills and kitchen maintenance, improving overall quality and performance.
Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
Chopped vegetables and seasoned meats and fish in preparation for grilling, sautéing and braising.
Sanitized kitchen counters and preparation areas to prevent foodborne illness and cross-contamination.
Cultivated original menu items, precisely executing them to periodically refresh meal portfolio.
Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
Garnished and arranged dishes into creative presentations.
Performed workstation prep prior to shift start.
Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
Portioned food onto plates, added garnishes and sauces and handed off to wait staff for serving.
Placed orders for supplies and food inventory items with vendors to restock pantry and refrigerator.
Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
Received and stored food and supplies.
Checked temperature of freezers and refrigerators to maintain proper storage of cold items.
Identified opportunities to increase revenue, decrease kitchen expenses and maximize departmental productivity without compromising guest satisfaction.
Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
Reviewed recipes to determine exact measurements and ingredients to create dishes.
Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
Verified kitchen staff followed all recipes and portion serving guidelines correctly.
Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
Trained new team members on proper meat and vegetable preparation techniques.
Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
Developed strategies to enhance food-presentation aspects of catering and retail environments.
Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Kitchen Staff Member

Line Cook

Dishwashwer/Line Cook

Education

GED -

Skills

Certification

Timeline

Kitchen Staff Member

Line Cook

Dishwashwer/Line Cook

GED -

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