Joey Hairston
Carrollton,GA
Summary
Dedicated Chef skilled in menu creation and modification, cook and assistant supervision and cost control. Creative and artistic professional with 27 years of hands-on experience preparing meals for customers in fast-paced restaurant. Advanced knowledge of pastry, culinary and baking techniques.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Oaks Senior Living
Marietta, GA
02.2020 - 08.2020
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
- Stored foods correctly using correct storage containers and labelling systems.
- Checked quality of raw materials before use.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
- Exercised portion control for items served, eliminating waste.
- Inspected kitchen equipment for cleanliness and functionality prior to use.
Cook
Wellstar Hospital
Douglasville, GA
05.2017 - 09.2019
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
Assistant Prep Manager
Hooter's
Douglasville, GA
11.2010 - 11.2013
- Collaborated with staff members to facilitate quality care.
- Performed monthly inspections of the kitchen facilities including refrigeration units, ovens and stoves.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and courteously in order to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Planned special events such as banquets or catering orders ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Used fair and equitable approach with employees to drive staff members to work productively together.
- Ensured all health and safety regulations were followed at all times in the kitchen area.
- Supervised a team of cooks while assisting with their training and development needs.
Cook
Logan's Roadhouse
Douglasville, GA
07.2008 - 10.2010
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
Cook
Ihop
Douglasville, GA
01.1999 - 06.2008
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
Education
Graduate -
Le Cordon Bleu
05.2017
High School Diploma -
Logan High School
06.1980
Skills
- Dish Preparation
- Meal Preparation
- Pantry Restocking
- Knife Use
- Food Preparation Techniques
- Grilling Techniques
- Grilling and Deep Frying Skills
- Seafood Preparation
- Kitchen Management
- Food Safety and Sanitation
- Portion and Cost Control
- Menu Planning
Timeline
Chef
Oaks Senior Living
02.2020 - 08.2020
Cook
Wellstar Hospital
05.2017 - 09.2019
Assistant Prep Manager
Hooter's
11.2010 - 11.2013
Cook
Logan's Roadhouse
07.2008 - 10.2010
Cook
Ihop
01.1999 - 06.2008
Graduate -
Le Cordon Bleu
High School Diploma -
Logan High School
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