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Work History
Education
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Jessie Bal

Fort Myers,FL

Summary

Proven Line Cook with a track record of excellence at Lexington Country Club, blending knife skills and a professional attitude to elevate dining experiences. Mastered recipe creation and food presentation, consistently delivering high-quality dishes. Enhanced team efficiency and customer satisfaction through exceptional time management and attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to execute menu items with precision, maintaining high standards of food safety and quality. Area of expertise: creating, baking, and plating desserts.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Cook

Lexington Country Club
06.2021 - Current
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
  • Boosted employee morale through positive attitude, willingness to assist others when needed.
  • Supported head chef during high-volume periods by efficiently executing complex tasks with precision under pressure.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Make all desserts homemade and plate them for service
  • Contribute to new menu ideas and execute them

Line Cook

Seven Lakes Tee Room
07.2019 - Current
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking supplies and placing orders as needed.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
  • Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
  • Breakfast and Lunch menu only

Fishmonger

Prawnbroker Restaurant Group
10.2011 - 01.2018
  • Promoted a positive shopping experience by addressing customer inquiries or concerns in a polite, professional manner.
  • Upheld the highest standards of cleanliness throughout the department, performing daily sanitation tasks such as washing cutting boards, utensils, display cases, and work surfaces.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Increased sales by creating visually appealing seafood displays and regularly updating signage to highlight seasonal items.
  • Reduced waste by closely monitoring product expiration dates and implementing effective rotation practices for perishable items.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and product knowledge in the seafood department.
  • Demonstrated excellent knife skills for portioning, filleting, deboning, and trimming various species of fish.
  • Maintained accurate records of seafood weights, prices, and inventory levels for streamlined department operations.
  • Assisted customers with seafood selections, offering recommendations based on their preferences and dietary needs.
  • Enhanced department efficiency by promptly processing incoming shipments and restocking merchandise as needed.
  • Ensured freshness of seafood products by conducting regular inventory checks and maintaining proper storage conditions.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, ensuring timely deliveries and access to high-quality products at competitive prices.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Snack Bar Attendant/BeveragFe Cart

Colonial Country Club
09.2010 - 06.2011
  • Monitored inventory and notified management of deficiencies or shortages.
  • Adhered to company guidelines regarding food preparation, presentation, and storage procedures for consistent product quality.
  • Streamlined snack bar operations for increased efficiency and reduced waste.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, maintaining accountability for daily revenue totals.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operation of the snack bar during peak times.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by attending to individual needs and preferences.
  • Served drinks and snacks to patrons, maintaining professionalism, and supporting individual needs.
  • Prepared salads, soups and sandwiches for customers.

Line Cook/Server

Seven Lakes Golf & Tennis Community
05.2003 - 10.2010
  • Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
  • Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
  • Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
  • Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.

Education

High School Diploma -

Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High School
South Yarmouth, MA
06-1994

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Highly motivated
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Customer Service
  • Food Preparation
  • Knife Skills
  • Recipe creation
  • Plating techniques
  • Food presentation
  • Food Safety Standards
  • Professional Attitude

Timeline

Line Cook

Lexington Country Club
06.2021 - Current

Line Cook

Seven Lakes Tee Room
07.2019 - Current

Fishmonger

Prawnbroker Restaurant Group
10.2011 - 01.2018

Snack Bar Attendant/BeveragFe Cart

Colonial Country Club
09.2010 - 06.2011

Line Cook/Server

Seven Lakes Golf & Tennis Community
05.2003 - 10.2010

High School Diploma -

Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High School
Jessie Bal