John Watkins
White Plains Ny,NY
Summary
Creative cook with extensive experience in high-volume restaurant environments. Outstanding management skills with strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices. Efficient and committed to delivering excellent customer service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Okono
12.2019 - Current
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
Lead Cook
Lessings
08.2018 - 12.2019
- Supervised line cooks to monitor food safety and order accuracy.
- Delegated jobs within kitchen depending on restaurant traffic and employee skill.
- Taught kitchen staff safety protocols and restaurant standards.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Education
Certificate Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
French Culinary Institute
Manhattan, NY08.1997
BA - Police Science
Hampton University
Hampton, VA05.1986
High School Diploma - College Preparatory
Westlake High School
Thornwood, NY06.1982
Skills
- Deboning Fish
- Portioning
- Equipment Cleaning and Maintenance
- Exotic Ingredients
- Food Presentation Talent
- Food Rotation
- Professional Attitude
- Reliable and Trustworthy
Timeline
Line Cook
Okono
12.2019 - Current
Lead Cook
Lessings
08.2018 - 12.2019
Certificate Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
French Culinary Institute
BA - Police Science
Hampton University
High School Diploma - College Preparatory
Westlake High School
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