JUSTIN DAVIDSON

• Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
• Operated various kitchen appliance such as a steamer, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
• Troubleshot any kitchen equipment issues or malfunctions quickly and efficiently.
• Managed a team of kitchen staff including assigning tasks and monitoring performance.
• Trained new cooks on recipes, preparation methods, safety procedures and sanitation guidelines.
• Maintained cleanliness in the kitchen area by adhering to health and safety regulations.
• Collaborated with chefs on menu changes and special dishes for customers.
• Ensured proper food safety standards were met at all times.

"Patient Meal Service Host"

• Transported prepared meals from the kitchen to patient rooms or designated areas, ensuring timely delivery and proper temperature maintenance.
• Ensured the accuracy of meal trays by confirming the correct meal delivery to the appropriate patient and adherence to dietary restrictions. This included reviewing patient documentation and coordinating with kitchen staff.

"Food Service Prep Cook"

• Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, such as washing, peeling, cutting and slicing vegetables.
• Checked freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.

"Retail Cook"

• Cooked and served meals for large groups of people, adhering to customer requests.
• Monitored and recorded food temperatures to ensure compliance with safety standards, maintaining proper cooking and storage temperatures to prevent foodborne illnesses.

• Educated customers on menu items, product ingredients and nutritional values.
• Cleaned restaurant area by sweeping floors, wiping tables and emptying trash receptacles.
• Assisted in the preparation of food items, such as sandwiches, sides, and beverages.
• Followed all safety guidelines while operating equipment such as slicers, fryers and ovens.
• Provided excellent customer service to maintain a positive atmosphere for guests.

• Conducted daily pool maintenance, including testing and adjusting chemical levels.
• Was certified in CPR through lifeguard training.
• Filled out incident and accident reports and submitted to supervisor.