Javar Fitzgerald
San Diego,CA
Summary
Motivated Line and prep cook with 28 years of experience preparing delicious meals for customers. Polished in following proper food handling methods and maintaining correct temperature of food products. Creative and artistic professional committed to strengthening kitchen team with better collaboration, recipes and cooking techniques.line
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Puesto
San Diego, CA
03.2022 - 12.2023
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
Prep Cook
Fortunet Son
San Diego, CA
06.2021 - 12.2023
- Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, such as washing, peeling, cutting and slicing vegetables.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
- Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
- Checked freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.
- Helped train and develop new talent.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
Bar Prep
Polite Provisions
San Diego, CA
06.2021 - 12.2023
- Set up workstations with all necessary ingredients and cooking equipment.
- Stocked refrigerators, freezers and pantries with necessary supplies.
- Maintained a clean work area throughout shift to ensure safety regulations were met.
- Measured ingredients accurately according to recipe specifications.
- Ensured that all food products are stored properly according to health regulations.
- Followed food safety guidelines when handling raw materials or finished products.
- Labeled containers with dates and names of foods being stored in the refrigerator and freezer.
- Assisted in unloading delivery trucks when shipments arrived.
Prep Cook, Line Cook (breakfast, Brunch)
Encontro
San Diego, CA
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, such as washing, peeling, cutting and slicing vegetables.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
- Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
- Checked freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.
- Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies, including food items and utensils.
- Monitored inventory levels of all kitchen items and placed orders when needed.
- Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment as required for meal preparation.
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
- Assisted in serving meals to customers as needed.
- Heated sauces, soups and gravies according to specified methods.
- Cooked meats, fish, poultry or other foods using various methods such as baking, frying or grilling.
- Measured ingredients accurately using measuring cups and spoons.
- Seasoned cooked dishes properly before serving them.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations while handling sharp knives or operating machinery.
- Communicated effectively with fellow staff members regarding meal preparations.
Education
Cordon Bleu , Baking And Pastry
Culinary Institute of America
San Francisco, CA05-2010
Skills
- Ingredient inspection
- Recipe preparation
- Food rotation
- Inventory Management
- Line Management
- Ingredient Preparation
- Server Communication
- Kitchen Operations
- Food Safety
- Professional Attitude
- Cleaning and organization
- Food safety knowledge
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Back of House Operations
- Customer Service
Timeline
Line Cook
Puesto
03.2022 - 12.2023
Prep Cook
Fortunet Son
06.2021 - 12.2023
Bar Prep
Polite Provisions
06.2021 - 12.2023
Prep Cook, Line Cook (breakfast, Brunch)
Encontro
10.2020 - 06.2021
Cordon Bleu , Baking And Pastry
Culinary Institute of America