John Lubey
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook/Prep
Blooming Grove Hunting and Fishing Club
04.2021 - 05.2024
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Cook
The White Owl
03.2017 - 05.2021
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Cook
Woodloch
09.2013 - 01.2017
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
Freight Associate
Home Depot
10.2009 - 08.2013
- Contributed to cost reduction efforts by identifying opportunities for process improvements and resource optimization.
- Reduced freight damage incidents with thorough inspections and proper handling techniques.
- Championed sustainability initiatives within the department, promoting responsible waste management practices among colleagues.
- Ensured accurate documentation for all shipments, minimizing discrepancies and potential delays during transit.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize warehouse space, ensuring timely receipt of incoming shipments.
- Demonstrated adaptability amidst changing business conditions, quickly responding to new challenges and adjusting processes as needed.
Cook
Page's of Farmington
04.1999 - 09.2009
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Showcased excellent knife skills for precise cutting and preparation of various ingredients.
- Adhered to recipe guidelines while demonstrating creativity in plating and garnishing dishes for enhanced visual appeal.
- Improved menu offerings, incorporating seasonal ingredients and innovative cooking methods.
Kitchen Manager
MR. B's Novi
03.1994 - 04.1999
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
Education
Associates of Applied Science in Information Technology -
Westwood College
05.2011
Skills
- Cooking
- Leadership
- Management
- Supervising experience
- Restaurant management
- Hospitality
- POS
- Food industry
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Food Handler Certification
- Order delivery practices
Additional Information
- Windows / XP / Vista, Active Directory, Microsoft Server 2008, Linux, Microsoft Office, PC repair, Printers, Hubs, Cable Scanner, Cable installation and troubleshooting diagnostics, TCP/IP, HTTP, HTML, SMTP, FTP, Westwood College Network Engineering Associate's Degree
- Ability to create relevant and useful technical documentation and project plans
- Administer database server and operate database client software
- PC hardware and software diagnostics, troubleshooting, installation, and repair
- Local administration of lab equipment such as printers, file sharing, and security Leadership/Customer Service
- Hired and trained new personnel
- Computerized inventory and ordering, resulting in better food/labor costs
- Improved training procedures
- Increased profit and employee wages, Westwood College Computer Network Engineering-Capstone Project
- WAN/LAN integration
- Implementation of Microsoft Server Active Directory structure including Organizational Unit Strategy, Group Policies, and Internet Protocol security
- Responsible for overall WAN design including all hardware and physical topology for a 770 host network, Westwood College Microsoft Server Administration Mid-term Project (NW255-Internetworking II)
- Network design based on Microsoft Server
- Project lead responsible for all aspects of corporate WAN design and implementation
- Design of internal and external DNS namespace configuration
- Responsible for DHCP server placement, authorization policy, and backup strategy, Westwood College Microsoft Server Introduction Mid-Term Project (NW202-Microsoft Network Operating Systems)
- Network design project with 6 offices and 150 employees based on Microsoft Server
- Scope included hardware, software, and network topology
Personal Information
Title: Freight Associate
Timeline
Cook/Prep
Blooming Grove Hunting and Fishing Club
04.2021 - 05.2024
Cook
The White Owl
03.2017 - 05.2021
Cook
Woodloch
09.2013 - 01.2017
Freight Associate
Home Depot
10.2009 - 08.2013
Cook
Page's of Farmington
04.1999 - 09.2009
Kitchen Manager
MR. B's Novi
03.1994 - 04.1999
Associates of Applied Science in Information Technology -
Westwood College