Hardworking and enthusiastic cook that possess an eye for detail and excellence, with over 20 years experiencing working BOH in Guyana and the US. A willingness to be a leader or to be guided in new and emerging industry practices that will contribute to the growth of the company and myself. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated to team building with a punctual nature and open communication style. Willing to work flexible schedules that includes weekends, holidays and evenings. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environments with little or no supervision in team setting. Background in maintaining kitchen sanitation, preparing basic components of dishes and working within team of cooks.
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John Reman
Cook
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Overview
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Savvy Bistro
Lead Line Cook
09.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Simultaneously manage preparations and plating of multiple dishes at a time during peak periods with high accuracy rate, to maximize customer satisfaction.
- Oversee proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, and sanitation by new shift team members.
- Maintain fully-stocked stations of supplies for maximum productivity during shift operations which may include adequate quantity of mise en place.
- Upheld optimal staff and customer protection by monitoring food handling, cleaning, and sanitation protocols.
- Collaborate with servers to collect information about specific customer desires and dietary needs.
- To maximize productivity, set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing.
- Properly package and store unused food in cold storage to avoid spoilage, and in accordance with industry standards
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
Bettencourt's Diner
Head Cook
06.2002 - 05.2022
Job overview
- Design menu for special events and catering.
- Manage logistics; contracted staff, purchasing, station setup, etc. for catering events.
- Place orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Initiate training for new team members regarding traditional recipes and techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Assist with quality control management for supplies in-takes.
- Inspect kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Attend media appearances, trade shows, and food festivals on behalf of the restaurant.
- Communicate with all other departments to ensure accurate dissimulated information.
Fly Jamaica Airways
Culinary Brand Ambassador
11.2013 - 06.2014
Job overview
- Increased brand awareness through various culinary demonstrations, and brand promotion in Guyana and Jamaica
- Cater for company functions and other sponsored events.( John Legend Show-Guyana 2014, Epicurean Food Festival -Jamaica 2014, etc)
- Interact with other cooks for promotional purposes.
Education
Central High School Georgetown, Guyana. S.A
High School Diploma
11.1999
University Overview
High School Diploma- Business Studies
Institute of Commerical ManagementUnited Kingdom-UK
12.2017
University Overview
September, 2016 - December, 2017
Diploma- Human Resource Development
Institute of Commerical ManagementUnited Kingdom-UK
12.2018
University Overview
September, 2016 - December, 2018
Certificate- Marketing Management
Institute of Commerical ManagementUnited Kingdom-UK
06.2019
University Overview
September, 2016 - June, 2019
Diploma- Business Studies
International Association of Professions Career CoLos Angeles, CA
03.2023
University Overview
Certificate- Cake Decorator
Skills
- Food Preparation
- Multi-tasker
- Great time execution
- Recipe Creation
- Ingredient Preparation
- Kitchen Sanitation
- Customer service
- Great communications skills
- Team oriented and Coordination
- Supply Management
- Ordering and Stocking
Quote
Present your last plate as though it's your first.
Timeline
Lead Line Cook
Savvy Bistro
09.2022 - Current
Culinary Brand Ambassador
Fly Jamaica Airways
11.2013 - 06.2014
Head Cook
Bettencourt's Diner
06.2002 - 05.2022
Central High School
High School Diploma
Institute of Commerical Management
Institute of Commerical Management
Institute of Commerical Management
International Association of Professions Career Co
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