Jaden Mangino
Little Ferry
Summary
Proven Line Cook at AMC Theatres, adept in food preparation and kitchen sanitation, showcases a strong work ethic and exceptional team coordination skills. Elevated kitchen efficiency and customer satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail and a professional attitude. Trained new staff, ensuring adherence to food safety standards, contributing to a significant increase in repeat business.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
AMC Theatres
02.2022 - Current
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Increased kitchen productivity by keeping tools organized for easy access when needed.
- Boosted employee morale through positive attitude, willingness to assist others when needed.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using various kitchen equipment safely for efficient food preparation.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Verified proper portion sizes to consistently attain high food quality standards.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
Package Handler
UPS
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.
- Improved package handling efficiency by implementing proper sorting and organizing techniques.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company policies and guidelines for proper lifting techniques.
- Reduced damage rates for packages through careful handling and adherence to safety protocols.
- Assembled, sealed, and loaded packages into correct trucks.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Verified correct labels and accurate shipping information on packages to avoid shipping to wrong addresses.
- Exceeded performance expectations during peak seasons, managing high volumes of shipments without compromising on quality or timeliness.
- Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
- Collaborated with other package handlers to provide prompt and accurate delivery of orders.
- Maximized space utilization within trucks through effective stacking and arranging of packages, minimizing shipment delays.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Supported team morale by fostering positive communication and collaboration among coworkers.
- Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
- Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
Employee
21st Century Music
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Store Employee
Quick Chek Stores
05.2019 - 08.2021
- Assisted with training new employees on store policies, procedures, and best practices for exceptional customer service delivery.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment for optimal customer shopping experience.
- Assisted customers with locating desired items, leading to increased sales and repeat business.
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly, resulting in improved customer relations.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely replenishment of merchandise.
- Conducted regular price checks for accuracy, maintaining an up-to-date pricing system throughout the store.
- Provided product knowledge to customers, helping them make informed purchasing decisions.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service during checkout processes.
- Contributed to a positive work culture by consistently displaying a strong work ethic and collaborating well with colleagues on various tasks or projects.
- Utilized effective upselling techniques to increase average transaction value while ensuring customer satisfaction remained high.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wood-Ridge Jr/Sr High School
Wood-Ridge, NJ06.2019
Skills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Professional attitude
- Customer service
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Active listener
- Food preparation
- Food safety knowledge
- Team coordination
- Food safety
- Kitchen sanitization
- Knife skills
- Cleanliness standards
- Kitchen station setup
- Kitchen sanitation
- Following cooking methods
- Deep fryer operation
- Kitchen organization
- Quality control
- Kitchen operations
- Line management
- Grilling techniques
- Workload management
- Ingredient preparation
- Food safety standards
- Meat cutting
- Frying techniques
- Food presentation
- Food plating
- Food storage
- Portion control
- Food storage procedures
- Equipment maintenance
- Stock rotation
- Crew training
- Menu item memorization
- Portioning
- Back of house operations
- Allergen awareness
- Ingredients measuring
- Ingredient stocking
- Sauce making
- Garnishing
- Prep work
- Foodservice sanitation
- Workstation cleanliness
- Safe food handling
- Frying
Accomplishments
Three-time employee of the month winner at AMC (2022 to 2024) , as well as a "Chef of the Quarter" award (late 2024).
Certification
Serv-Safe certified and can be retested at any time.
Additional Information
I'm a touring musician in a band, which is the only extra-curricular activity I partake in outside of working full-time.
Timeline
Line Cook
AMC Theatres
02.2022 - Current
Package Handler
UPS
09.2021 - 01.2022
Employee
21st Century Music
03.2021 - 01.2022
Store Employee
Quick Chek Stores
05.2019 - 08.2021
Serv-Safe certified and can be retested at any time.
High School Diploma -
Wood-Ridge Jr/Sr High School
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