Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook /Custodian
Staybridge Suites Hotel
Elkhart, IN
12.2021 - 06.2024
Prepared and cooked diverse dishes to enhance guest dining experience.
Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen and food prep areas to support efficient operations.
Assisted in menu planning and recipe development for seasonal offerings.
Performed maintenance tasks on equipment and facilities.
Supervised kitchen staff to ensure quality food preparation and safety standards.
Trained new cooks on proper cooking techniques and kitchen procedures.
Managed inventory levels for ingredients and supplies to minimize waste.
Coordinated meal service times to meet customer demand effectively.
Implemented food safety protocols to comply with health regulations consistently.
Collaborated with management to improve kitchen workflow and efficiency processes.
Ensured that all food products were stored correctly at appropriate temperatures according to health department standards.
Solved customer complaints quickly and efficiently when necessary.
Supervised and managed the kitchen staff in preparing, cooking, and presenting food.
Improved performance of team members resulting in high-quality meals produced daily.
Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.