KAYDENCE PERRY
Stockton,California
Summary
Experienced line cook with a strong focus on food safety and quality assurance. Seeking opportunities to expand skills in cooking and baking. Skilled in inventory management, collaborating with team members, and providing excellent customer service, contributing to efficient kitchen operations and increased customer satisfaction. Exceptional time management and strategic planning abilities to always ensure a smooth and productive kitchen environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Lodi Bowling Lounge & Bar
08.2024 - Current
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality dishes in a timely manner.
- Increased kitchen productivity by keeping tools organized for easy access when needed.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Supported head chef during high-volume periods by efficiently executing complex tasks with precision under pressure.
- Ensured smooth kitchen operations during special events or private parties by collaborating with front-of-house staff and adjusting to specific client requests.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Maintained optimal cooking temperatures operating deep fryer, flattop, and pizza oven.
Line cook
Rubios Coastal Grill
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Cooked food to correct temperature and made sure it was plated correctly
- Assisted other staff members with their chores so nobody fell behind
- Monitored inventory levels and assisted in stock management, preventing shortages and ensuring smooth kitchen operations
- Coordinated with team members to optimize kitchen operations, enhancing overall productivity and team cohesion
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety protocols, ensuring compliance with health regulations and maintaining high standards
- Operated deep fryer, flat top grill, and regular grill
- Efficiently used the time before opening to properly prepare for everything that will be needed for that day
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to ensure timely and accurate order delivery, enhancing customer satisfaction
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, ensuring a safe and hygienic working environment
Dishwasher
Highwater Brewing
05.2022 - 10.2023
- Minimized delays in dish turnaround by keeping work areas clean and organized
- Emptied all kitchen trash and kept trash cans clean and tidy
- Kept adequate levels of tableware for kitchen and dining room needs
- Supported kitchen operations by backing up employees at different stations
- Carried out routine dishwasher upkeep and maintenance
- Handled glassware and dishware carefully to eliminate breakage
- Cleaned silverware and china using proper sanitizing techniques
- Upheld professionalism when interacting with customers
- Sorted and stored dishware and flatware, identifying lost or broken items
- Stocked adequate levels of tableware for kitchen and dining room needs
Prep Cook
Highwater Brewing
05.2022 - 10.2023
- Helped fast-paced kitchen run smoothly by following instructions and handling all prep work for expected daily demand
- Created base ingredients for meals and garnishes for dishes
- Kept kitchen stocked and stations ready, using pre-opening hours to fully prepare for each day's work
- Sorted, washed, and stored ingredients in optimal arrangements for easy use during busy periods
- Assisted senior kitchen staff with meeting demands of fast-paced kitchen operations
- Worked up from entry-level kitchen role, cross-training in multiple stations to deliver complete kitchen support
- Prepared side dishes, salads and pre-assembled sandwiches
- Reduced waste and contamination risk using proper inventory rotation
- Made sauces and salads to help staff meet customer demands
- Helped with line cooking when restaurant was short-staffed
- Washed and sanitized kitchen equipment, counters and work surfaces
- Operated griddle to melt, toast or fry different items
- Plated and examined completed orders to verify quality and portion size
- Assisted in training new staff, fostering a supportive environment and improving team performance
Table Busser
Highwater Brewing
05.2022 - 10.2023
- Restocked supplies and cleaned up spills to assist servers
- Managed dining room cleaning needs, smoothly handling opening, closing and shift change tasks
- Cleared and cleaned plates and glassware from tables and guest dining areas
- Transported glassware and utensils to and from kitchen
- Notified manager of equipment issues or breakages that affected service delivery
- Collected, washed and restocked glass and barware for repeated bartender use
- Prepared front-of-house stations to be presentable and ready for service
- Helped guests with last-minute order changes and general requests
- Assisted customers with requests for replacement silverware and server communication
- Welcomed and responded positively to guests
- Worked closely with servers and bartenders to ensure seamless service, improving overall team efficiency
- Identified and addressed potential hazards and cleanliness issues, maintaining a safe and pleasant dining environment
- Assisted staff in high-pressure situations, facilitating smooth operations during peak hours
Education
California Connections Academy
Ripon, CA06.2023
Skills
- Supply Restocking
- Time Management
- Food Safety
- Strategic Planning
- Team Collaboration
- Quality Assurance
- Table Bussing
- Food Presentation
- Customer Service
- Inventory Management
- Food Preparation
- Kitchen Safety
- Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving
- Multitasking
- Communication
- Highly motivated
- Active listener
- Deep fryer operation
- Food allergen safety
Timeline
Line Cook
Lodi Bowling Lounge & Bar
08.2024 - Current
Line cook
Rubios Coastal Grill
12.2023 - 05.2024
Dishwasher
Highwater Brewing
05.2022 - 10.2023
Prep Cook
Highwater Brewing
05.2022 - 10.2023
Table Busser
Highwater Brewing
05.2022 - 10.2023
California Connections Academy
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