
I am a motivated cook with an extensive background in the hospital and restaurant business. 16 years of experience in a high pressure kitchen environment. I have knowledge in specialized diets in a hospital and take the diets extremely serious. I love to use culinary skills and expertise to prepare a verity of dishes. Seeking to learn more about culinary techniques and recipes.
Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods for 4 different food stalls.
Conducted daily line checks, food reviews and taste tests to make improvements and correct deficiencies.
Lead line cook. Created weekly specials and soups using top quality ingredients for a fine dining experience.
I was the opening cook when I started. Worked all stations, sauté, fry, toast, pantry, wheel. I became the head prep cook manager. Oversaw all inventory. Properly trained cooks how to make all the recipes.
Completed daily prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and all other menu items. In charge of cooking breakfast and lunch, Maximized efficiency of kitchen operation by overseeing daily product inventory
Scheduled and directed staff in daily work assignments. In charge of creating unique food special and placing weekly food orders. Conscious about profits by controlling food, beverage and labor costs. Baked daily pastries, cinnamon rolls. Ensured smooth kitchen operation by overseeing daily product inventory.
Prepared 3 meals daily for 100+ residents. I learned about specialized diets and how to properly prepare them. Prepped large amounts of food in a timely manner. Also had to deliver and serve the food daily in 4 different buildings. I was responsible for recording food temperatures in all buildings.
Consistently kept a clean and safe kitchen environment.Displayed a positive and friendly attitude towards customers and co-workers. Placed the kitchen food orders; Aspen Baking Company, Shamrock, Ralston Valley Beef, Dazbog Coffee. Did weekly food runs to Restaurant Depot and Costco. Reduced food costs by estimating purchasing needs and buying through approved suppliers.
Made four batches of pizza dough daily. In charge of all food inventory and the preparation of all ingredients. Learned and followed correct temperature of all food products and refrigerators.
Learned basic skills on a commercial kitchen. Gained interest in learning new recipes. Portioned deli meats, burgers, steaks. Learned the importance of food safety.