Kameko Carter
Tempe,AZ
Summary
Punctual professional experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare quality food. Polished in setting up and cleaning equipment for daily food preparation and helping manage supplies. Excellent multitasker recognized for supporting successful kitchen operations. Dedicated Cook with fine-tuned skills in grilling, sauteing, and ingredient preparation. Valued employee known for staying calm in high-pressure environments. Highly experienced working in kitchens. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Moring Line Cook
Little America Hotel
Flagstaff, AZ
04.2023 - 08.2024
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production sheets including waste logs.
- Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
- Adhered to portion controls and presentation specifications.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Prepped garnishes to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Cleaned cooking and refrigeration equipment to sanitize and prevent food-borne illness.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
Assistant Manager
Buger King
Cameron, AZ
07.2021 - 04.2023
- Developed a system for tracking inventory and ordering supplies as needed.
- Collaborated with management on developing strategic plans for achieving business goals.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for employees to identify areas of improvement.
- Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
- Maintained accurate records of sales transactions using point-of-sale systems.
- Communicated regularly with customers to gain insights into their needs.
- Created reports on sales trends, inventory levels, and financial data.
- Established processes for monitoring customer satisfaction levels.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
- Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner.
- Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
- Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
Pantry Cook
Silver Pine Restaurant
Flagstaff, AZ
01.2018 - 07.2021
- Trained new pantry cooks on proper techniques for preparing ingredients for dishes.
- Maintained the cleanliness of the pantry area including counters, shelves and equipment.
- Followed all safety procedures while handling hot ovens, grills and fryers.
- Set up workstations quickly with required mise en place before service began.
- Complied with health department regulations regarding proper sanitation practices.
- Cleaned, peeled and cut vegetables, fruits and other ingredients for use in recipes.
- Supported other cooks during peak hours by helping out when needed.
- Assisted in setting up catering events by arranging trays of appetizers or hors d'oeuvres.
- Adhered to company policies regarding food safety regulations at all times.
- Measured ingredients accurately according to recipe specifications.
- Checked temperature of food items regularly to ensure proper storage temperatures were maintained.
- Performed regular maintenance tasks such as cleaning floors, walls and countertops.
- Plated meals according to customer orders with speed and accuracy.
- Sanitized cooking utensils after each shift to maintain a safe kitchen environment.
- Prepared and cooked large batches of soups, stews, meats, vegetables and other food items according to recipes.
- Worked closely with chefs to create innovative menu items using seasonal produce or ingredients on hand.
Sales Associate
Bear Paw Cafe
Flagstaff , AZ
05.2016 - 07.2016
- Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Developed promotional strategies to increase sales volume.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
- Processed credit card transactions quickly and securely.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
Education
4 Year of Culinary Classes
Summit High School
Flagstaff, AZ04-2018
Skills
- Food Safety
- Line Management
- Food presentation
- Following cooking methods
- Problem-Solving
- Crew training
- Knife Skills
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Active listener
- Deep Fryer Operation
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- Grilling Techniques
- Salad preparation
- Quality assurance and control
- Time Management
- Able to cook temp eggs/ meat
Timeline
Moring Line Cook
Little America Hotel
04.2023 - 08.2024
Assistant Manager
Buger King
07.2021 - 04.2023
Pantry Cook
Silver Pine Restaurant
01.2018 - 07.2021
Sales Associate
Bear Paw Cafe
05.2016 - 07.2016
4 Year of Culinary Classes
Summit High School
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