JImmy Key
Fayetteville,AR
Summary
Skilled Culinary Artist with 10+ years of experience providing rich customer experiences and specific menus for guests with numerous competing requests, often simultaneously. Creative multitasker assessing circumstances and adapting accordingly in real-time. Versatile and experienced with conscious, deliberate creativity when creating delicious and health conscious food.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Catering Sous Chef
Conscious Cuisine LLC
2010.06 - Current
- Cooked for large groups of people and managing various types of food for large events.
- Created catering menu based upon client specifications, event type, dietary needs, and budget.
- Ordered food items and supplies needed to fulfill catering jobs.
- Crafted exciting catering options for clients.
- Sampled each dish for quality control prior to serving, identifying mistakes and solving immediately.
- Observed federal and local kitchen safety regulations to prevent food borne illnesses.
- Conceptualized menus to account for dietary restrictions, food allergies and personal requests.
- Addressed customer complaints with openness and proactivity, attending to concerns personally and offering creative solutions to uncharted problems with food availability, temperature and quantity.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to high standards.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Followed all safety instructions to avoid injuries when operating heavy equipment in kitchen.
Cook/Kitchen Team Leader
Woodstone Bar & Grill
2020.03 - 2023.05
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate meal service and special events, executing smooth operations.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
Cook/Kitchen Supervisor
Big Box Karaoke
2018.09 - 2020.02
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
- Directed food preparation and cooking activities to meet health and safety standards.
- Directed activities of team of skilled kitchen workers preparing and serving meals.
Prep, Line, and Produce Assistant
Ozark Natural Foods
2017.02 - 2017.09
- Adhered to procedures in preparing food items.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
Cook/Kitchen Crew Member and Leader
Greenhouse Grille
2010.06 - 2015.08
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
- Directed activities of team of skilled kitchen workers preparing and serving meals.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
Prep, Line, Baker
Bordinos
2003.03 - 2007.08
- Adhered to procedures in preparing food items.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks and maintained smooth baking program.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
Education
GED -
West Campus Tech School
Fayetteville AR.04.2003
Skills
- Restaurant Operation
- Staff Performance Assessments
- Food Consumption Estimates
- Customer Experience
- Safe Work Practices
- Training Staff
- Rotation Procedures
- Authentic Recipes
- Culinary Artist
- Kitchen Organization
- High-Volume Environments
- Collaborative Relationships
- Creative team leadership
Timeline
Cook/Kitchen Team Leader
Woodstone Bar & Grill
2020.03 - 2023.05
Cook/Kitchen Supervisor
Big Box Karaoke
2018.09 - 2020.02
Prep, Line, and Produce Assistant
Ozark Natural Foods
2017.02 - 2017.09
Catering Sous Chef
Conscious Cuisine LLC
2010.06 - Current
Cook/Kitchen Crew Member and Leader
Greenhouse Grille
2010.06 - 2015.08
Prep, Line, Baker
Bordinos
2003.03 - 2007.08
GED -
West Campus Tech School
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