Cook
Anthony Gallo
07.2024 - Current
Hi, I’m
Kaneisha Edwards
Gulf Shores
Summary
Adept at cooking and customer service, I significantly enhanced dining experiences at Anthony Gallo by streamlining kitchen operations and fostering teamwork. My dedication to maintaining high hygiene standards and efficiently managing inventory reduced waste, cutting costs effectively. Demonstrated flexibility and problem-solving skills ensured high-quality, timely meal service, boosting customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Work History
Anthony Gallo
Cook
07.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
- Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
- Trained new kitchen staff, ensuring they met restaurant's high standards.
- Developed system for inventory management, reducing waste and cutting costs.
- Prepared diverse cuisines to meet customer dietary needs and preferences, elevating dining experience.
- Conducted regular quality checks on ingredients, ensuring only best were used in meal preparation.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, ensuring safe dining environment.
- Coordinated with front of house to ensure smooth service during busy periods, enhancing customer dining experience.
- Adapted quickly to menu changes and customer requests, demonstrating flexibility and problem-solving skills.
- Fostered culture of teamwork and communication within kitchen, leading to improved efficiency.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
Education
Norman Manley HighJamaica
Certificate from Office Management
1987
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Hospitality service expertise
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Positive and professional
Timeline
Norman Manley High
Certificate from Office Management
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