John Bell
Summary
Responsible professional skilled in ingredient preparation, batch cooking and plating. Brings stamina for lifting heavy items and standing for long periods of time. Knowledgeable and precise individual committed to maintaining clean, orderly a clean, orderly kitchen and delivering high-quality, delicious food.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Line Cook
Tony V's Garage
Everett, Washington
01.2016 - 06.2026
- Developed and executed daily menus in collaboration with management team.
- Trained new cooks on food safety and cooking techniques.
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures for quality control of dishes.
- Assisted in food inventory and control while properly receiving and storing delivered items.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Maintained cleanliness in the kitchen area by adhering to health and safety regulations.
Lead Line Cook
Clubhouse Bar and Grill
Everett, WA
01.2014 - 07.2015
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
- Developed and executed daily menus in collaboration with management team.
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures for quality control of dishes.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to maintain stock levels.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen work areas during shifts.
Lead Line Cook
Buzz Inn Steakhouse
Everett, WA
08.1999 - 07.2015
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to maintain stock levels.
- Developed and executed daily menus in collaboration with management team.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen work areas during shifts.
- Trained new cooks on food safety and cooking techniques.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Maintained cleanliness in the kitchen area by adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Assisted in food inventory and control while properly receiving and storing delivered items.
Education
GED
Everett, WASkills
- Cooking techniques
- Menu development
- Food safety
- Food safety knowledge
- Food safety monitoring
- Sanitation practices
- Safe food handling
- Quality control
- Meal preparation
- Recipe execution
- Ingredient preparation
- Portion control
- Food preparation
- Food assembly
- Plates presentation
- Food presentation
- Garnishing techniques
- Knife skills
- Kitchen organization
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Punctual and honest
- Cleanliness standards
- Food rotation
- Food rotation
Timeline
Lead Line Cook
Tony V's Garage
01.2016 - 06.2026
Lead Line Cook
Clubhouse Bar and Grill
01.2014 - 07.2015
Lead Line Cook
Buzz Inn Steakhouse
08.1999 - 07.2015
GED