Ivy Russell
Thibodaux,LA
Summary
Passionate culinary professional known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in menu planning, food safety compliance, and inventory management. Excel in fast-paced environments using strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork abilities to deliver exceptional dining experiences.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
Cuvee Wine & Bistro
Thibodaux, LA
08.2024 - Current
- Mentored and trained staff by teaching cooking skills and kitchen maintenance, improving overall quality and performance.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
- Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
- Prepped garnishes to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Cultivated original menu items, precisely executing them to periodically refresh meal portfolio.
Food Service Worker
Off The Hook
Gonzales, USA
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Rotated inventory to reduce waste and optimize freshness.
- Ensured all dishes were presented attractively before serving to customers.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding menu items or special requests.
- Properly stored all leftover food items after each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties as assigned by management.
- Prepared beverages such as coffee, tea, soda.
- Maintained safe food handling practices to prevent germ spread.
- Complied with company service standards and adhered to inventory and cash control procedures.
- Monitored inventory to keep adequate stock of food items and supplies.
FOH Staff
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Gonzales, USA
01.2022 - 08.2022
Education
High school -
Dutchtown High School
Geismar, LA01.2025
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LA05-2024
Skills
- POS
- Serving
- Food service
- Restaurant experience
- Cashiering
- Bussing
- Food safety
- Food Preparation
- Guest Services
- Cash Handling
- Culinary Experience
- Time Management
- Sales
- Cash register
- Baking
Certification
- ServSafe, 05/01/21, 05/31/26
- Food Handler Certification
Additional Information
I'm a culinary student at the John Folse Culinary School at Nicholls State University.
Timeline
Line Cook
Cuvee Wine & Bistro
08.2024 - Current
Food Service Worker
Off The Hook
04.2023 - 08.2023
FOH Staff
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
01.2022 - 08.2022
High school -
Dutchtown High School
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Nicholls State University
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