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Ikeeme simmons

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Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience as a Cook at Big Fellas, excelling in meal preparation and kitchen organization. Proven ability to maintain high sanitation standards while training junior staff. Strong communication skills and adept in inventory management, ensuring efficient operations and customer satisfaction.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook

Big fellas
Syracuse
06.2025 - Current
  • Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
  • Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
  • Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
  • Took inventory counts before and after shifts to complete food inventory or storage sheets.
  • Prepared a wide range of dishes according to menu specifications and chef instructions.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
  • Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.

Forklift Operator

Mercer Milling
Liverpool
08.2024 - 05.2025
  • Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
  • Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
  • Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.
  • Checked expiration dates on products prior to stocking shelves or shipping out orders.
  • Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
  • Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within facility in order to maintain accurate inventory levels.

Forklift Operator

Epic family winery
Syracuse
11.2021 - 10.2023
  • Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
  • Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
  • Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
  • Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
  • Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
  • Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.

House Mover

Delaney Moving & Storage
Syracuse
03.2020 - 11.2020
  • Used dollies, ramps, and hand-trucks to move heavy objects.
  • Kept accurate records of inventory loaded onto truck along with corresponding weight measurements.
  • Stored boxes in an organized manner within the truck so that they could be easily located upon arrival at destination location.
  • Loaded and unloaded furniture and other items from customer's homes onto moving trucks for transport to new locations.
  • Followed instructions provided by supervisor regarding specific jobs assigned.
  • Provided excellent customer service throughout entire process including loading and unloading procedures.
  • Cleaned truck interior following completion of each job assignment.

Sales Representative

solutions epmire
Syracuse
03.2018 - 02.2020
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers to ensure repeat business.
  • Negotiated pricing contracts with customers to maximize profits.
  • Reviewed monthly performance against targets set by management team.
  • Answered inquiries from prospective customers regarding features of products and services offered.
  • Generated new sales leads through cold calling and networking activities.
  • Recruited, hired and trained new hires to optimize profitability.
  • Posed as models for advertising, artistic creation and display of goods.

Skills

  • Food safety
  • Sanitation practices
  • Meal preparation
  • Inventory management
  • Cooking techniques
  • Kitchen organization
  • Forklift operation
  • Time management
  • Record keeping
  • Communication skills
  • Customer service
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Ingredient knowledge
  • Knife skills
  • Temperature control
  • Grilling
  • Health code adherence
  • Recipes and menu planning

Timeline

Cook

Big fellas
06.2025 - Current

Forklift Operator

Mercer Milling
08.2024 - 05.2025

Forklift Operator

Epic family winery
11.2021 - 10.2023

House Mover

Delaney Moving & Storage
03.2020 - 11.2020

Sales Representative

solutions epmire
03.2018 - 02.2020

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