Holden Whitt
Orlando,FL
Summary
As a Chef, I offer a unique blend of creativity and passion in the kitchen while incorporating strong cooking abilities. I prepare and plate food in high-energy, fast-paced kitchens while utilizing culinary skills and expertise to prepare a variety of dishes. I am willing to take on any task to support the team and to help the business succeed. I also offer strong communication and leadership abilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook 1 Signature
Tiffins, Animal Kingdom, Walt Disney World
Lake Buena Vista, FL
02.2024 - Current
- Trained on all stations in the kitchen including Expo, Grill, Saute, Ovens, Butcher and Saucier
- Handled guests allergies and prepared allergy-friendly food
- Collaborated with restaurant cast members to meet food service demands during peak periods
- Maintained and recorded proper food temperatures following TPHC and HACCP guidelines
- Focused on quality of the food and timing as both are very important when creating an amazing dining experience for the quest
- Trained in the Nomad lounge expediting food for the bar quickly while maintaining great quality and coordinating with servers to ensure all needs were met and satisfied.
Cook 1
All-Star Sports, Walt Disney World Resort
Lake Buena Vista, FL
03.2023 - 02.2024
- Trained on all the stations in the kitchen including Grill, Saute, Ovens, Fry, Kettles, and Prep
- Handled guests allergies and prepared allergy-friendly food
- Collaborated with restaurant cast members to meet food service demands during peak periods
- Trained new cast members on how to properly work while being clean, efficient, safe, and creating quality food
- Maintained and recorded proper food temperatures following TPHC and HACCP guidelines.
Cook 2
All-Star Sports Resort, Walt Disney World Resort
Lake Buena Vista, FL
06.2022 - 03.2023
Full Time Line Cook
Watusi Café
Hilton Head Island, SC
10.2018 - 01.2020
Line Cook
Calhoun's Tavern
Bluffton, SC
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Started as a dishwasher and quickly moved up to a line cook within the first 2 months of employment.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL12-2021
Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Allergen awareness
- Grilling expertise
- Cooking to temperature
- Plating and presentation
- Knife skills
- Saucier skills
- Positive and professional
- Multitasking
- Communication
Timeline
Cook 1 Signature
Tiffins, Animal Kingdom, Walt Disney World
02.2024 - Current
Cook 1
All-Star Sports, Walt Disney World Resort
03.2023 - 02.2024
Cook 2
All-Star Sports Resort, Walt Disney World Resort
06.2022 - 03.2023
Full Time Line Cook
Watusi Café
10.2018 - 01.2020
Line Cook
Calhoun's Tavern
08.2017 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science -
Full Sail University