Jayden Smith
Lumberton,NC
Summary
Accomplished Lead Cook with a proven track record at Ruby Tuesday, enhancing kitchen operations through effective team leadership and inventory management. Expert in cooking techniques and kitchen organization, I significantly improved food quality and team efficiency. Skilled in multitasking and problem-solving, ensuring superior customer service and restaurant operations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Shift Leader
Ruby Tuesday
11.2024 - Current
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to health department standards for safety and sanitation.
Lead Cook
Hwy 55
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Efficiently handled high-volume orders while maintaining superior food quality through precise execution of cooking methods.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
- Coordinated line cook break schedules to avoid delays during busy periods and maintain adequate coverage.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Monitored cooks and dishwasher performance and suggested improvements to streamline processes and increase team efficiency.
- Prepared meals for lunch and dining services with average of [Number] tables per day.
- Implemented effective cross-training initiatives, which allowed team members to seamlessly cover various roles during peak service times.
Lead Cook
Smithfield
04.2020 - 08.2023
- Efficiently handled high-volume orders while maintaining superior food quality through precise execution of cooking methods.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Monitored cooks and dishwasher performance and suggested improvements to streamline processes and increase team efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fairmont High
Fairmont, NC06-2023
Skills
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen organization
- Multitasking and organization
- Problem-solving
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Inventory management
- Cooking
- Grilling techniques
- Restaurant operations
- Dish preparation
Timeline
Cook Shift Leader
Ruby Tuesday
11.2024 - Current
Lead Cook
Hwy 55
06.2024 - 09.2024
Lead Cook
Smithfield
04.2020 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
Fairmont High
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