Cook 2
Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts
Orlando, FL
08.2023 - Present
- Prepared soups, sauces, gravies, salads, vegetables and other foods for service.
- Cooked meats, poultry, fish and shellfish dishes according to recipes or customer specifications.
- Ensured all food items were stored properly and labeled correctly.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment according to health regulations.
- Followed safety procedures when handling hot surfaces or sharp objects.
- Checked temperature of cooked foods using thermometers.
- Adjusted seasoning mixtures to enhance flavor of dishes.
- Operated various kitchen equipment including grills, fryers and blenders.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storages.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.