Joseph Mills
Dothan,AL
Summary
Skilled Line Cook with background in fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environments. Experience includes preparing meals to order, plating and presenting dishes, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Strengths encompass knowledge of food safety regulations, culinary techniques, and inventory management. Previous work has demonstrated ability to keep up with rush hours while maintaining quality control and efficiency.
Motivated professional with several years of experience preparing delicious meals for customers. Polished in following proper food handling methods and maintaining correct temperature of food products. Creative and artistic professional committed to strengthening kitchen team with better collaboration, recipes and cooking techniques.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Longhorn Steakhouse
Dothan, AL
11.2019 - Current
- Verified kitchen staff followed all recipes and portion serving guidelines correctly.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
- Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.
- Responded quickly to any customer complaints or concerns about their dining experience.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Sanitized kitchen counters and preparation areas to prevent foodborne illness and cross-contamination.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Mentored and trained staff by teaching cooking skills and kitchen maintenance, improving overall quality and performance.
- Washed and peeled ingredients to prepare for different meals and recipes.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
Line Cook
Applebee's
Dothan, AL
01.2015 - 05.2019
- Verified kitchen staff followed all recipes and portion serving guidelines correctly.
- Chopped vegetables and seasoned meats and fish in preparation for grilling, sautéing and braising.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
- Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.
- Responded quickly to any customer complaints or concerns about their dining experience.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Performed workstation prep prior to shift start.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Sanitized kitchen counters and preparation areas to prevent foodborne illness and cross-contamination.
3rd Shift Poultry Line Associate
Wayne’s farm
Dothan, AL
04.2014 - 01.2015
- Read and interpreted schematics, blueprints and assembly instructions to produce components.
- Utilized RF scanners to track inventory levels and update database records.
- Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Inspected completed work to assess quality and identify skill gaps.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers regarding the status of orders.
- Completed component assembly with minimal supervision to meet deadlines.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Inspected outgoing shipments for damages or discrepancies prior to dispatch.
- Assisted with training of new employees in areas related to line operations.
- Completed accurate assembly work by positioning and aligning components.
- Recognized defective material and reported issues to management.
- Boxed, labeled and moved items to keep production lines moving swiftly.
- Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs.
- Resolved assembly problems by altering dimensions to meet specifications.
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Southeast Medical Center
Dothan, AL
04.2012 - 04.2014
- Responded promptly to requests for housekeeping services from staff or visitors.
- Monitored building security and safety by locking doors or avoiding hazards.
- Wiped down surfaces and refilled soap and hand sanitizer to prevent spread of germs.
- Inspected all areas after completion of work to ensure that they were cleaned properly.
- Exceeded facility standards regularly by working with detail-oriented approach.
- Monitored supply levels and requested new items to maintain completing daily cleaning tasks.
- Followed company uniform, performance and security policies with every job.
- Reported any damages or maintenance needs to supervisor immediately upon discovery.
- Performed general maintenance duties such as changing light bulbs or fixing broken locks on doors and windows.
3rd Shift Poultry Line Associate
Purdue Farms
Dothan, AL
05.2010 - 04.2012
- Read and interpreted schematics, blueprints and assembly instructions to produce components.
- Utilized RF scanners to track inventory levels and update database records.
- Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Determined schedules, sequences and assignments for work activities, based on priority, quantity of equipment and personnel skill.
- Performed preventative maintenance on machines as required by company policies.
- Oversaw workforce schedules and allocated resources in order to achieve project goals.
Dishwasher
IHOP
Dothan, AL
06.2006 - 05.2010
- Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
- Hand-washed items unsuitable for machine washing.
- Followed all safety guidelines while handling sharp objects like knives or forks.
- Replaced clean utensils in storage bins for easy access.
- Removed garbage and trash to designated disposal areas in accordance with health regulations.
- Managed dish area organization and cleanliness.
- Assisted chef with food measurements, preparation and storage when necessary.
- Checked temperatures of dishwashing machines to ensure proper functioning.
- Observed safety regulations and used protective gear to clean knives and other sharp kitchen supplies.
- Backed up kitchen team members during heavy work periods to maximize team coverage.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northveiw High School
Dothan, AL05-2006
Some College (No Degree) -
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Dothan, ALSkills
- Food rotation
- Ingredient inspection
- Recipe preparation
- Food presentation
- Prep work
- Punctual and honest
- Line station oversight
- Ingredient substitution
- Food safety knowledge
- Portion control
- Food plating
- Problem-solving
- Workstation cleanliness
- Team coordination
- Ingredient preparation
Timeline
Line Cook
Longhorn Steakhouse
11.2019 - Current
Line Cook
Applebee's
01.2015 - 05.2019
3rd Shift Poultry Line Associate
Wayne’s farm
04.2014 - 01.2015
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Southeast Medical Center
04.2012 - 04.2014
3rd Shift Poultry Line Associate
Purdue Farms
05.2010 - 04.2012
Dishwasher
IHOP
06.2006 - 05.2010
High School Diploma -
Northveiw High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
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