Keith Simpson
Katy,TX
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Grill Cook
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
12.2018 - 03.2020
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of all line workstations.
- Distributed prepared food to servers in efficient manner.
- Reviewed quality standards and verified continuous application throughout kitchen environment.
- Monitored kitchen productivity and assessed overall efficiency.
- Assisted in preparation of menu items such as steaks, burgers and sandwiches.
- Supported other kitchen team members when needed.
- Planned and prepared schedules for food preparation.
- Sanitized workstation before and after shift to prevent illness and food contamination.
- Set up work stations prior to restaurant opening to improve speed during busy periods.
- Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients to follow recipes and create dishes.
- Safely operated ovens, grills and other kitchen equipment to minimize accidents.
Fry Cook
TGI Fridays
St. Louis Park, MN
02.2015 - 11.2018
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Communicated with kitchen staff to complete orders quickly.
- Restocked and rotated food products using first-in, first-out method.
- Sanitized all cutting boards and surfaces at beginning of shift to avoid cross-contamination.
- Made adjustments to food items to accommodate guests with allergies or specific dietary concerns.
- Set up station according to standard operating procedures with ample backup product to complete shift.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
- Properly labeled and dated all food products for safety.
- Checked temperatures for food items during cooking, holding and serving.
Cook
Bennigan's Restaurant
St. Louis Park, MN
01.2005 - 07.2008
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Communicated with kitchen staff to complete orders quickly.
- Followed procedures to prevent cross-contamination of items for patrons with allergies and gluten intolerance
- Collaborated with all team members to promote consistent workflows and deliver food orders on time.
- Handled waste management duties by properly and safely disposing of all trash at end of shift.
- Restocked and rotated food products using first-in, first-out method.
- Made adjustments to food items to accommodate guests with allergies or specific dietary concerns.
- Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
Education
Associate of Arts - Automotive Technician
Hennepin Technical College
Brooklyn Park, MN05.2014
Associate of Arts - Network Cabling Specialist in Copper & Fiber Optic
Minnesota Technical Training College
Lino Lakes, MN06.2007
Associate of Arts - Paralegal/Lawyers Assistant
Blackstone Career Institute
Emmaus, PA06.2005
Associate of Arts - Carpentry/Cabinet Making
Century Community College
White Bear Lake, MN06.2001
Skills
- Sauce preparation
- Cleaning and organization
- Resourceful
- Hard-working
Timeline
Grill Cook
University of Minnesota
12.2018 - 03.2020
Fry Cook
TGI Fridays
02.2015 - 11.2018
Cook
Bennigan's Restaurant
01.2005 - 07.2008
Associate of Arts - Automotive Technician
Hennepin Technical College
Associate of Arts - Network Cabling Specialist in Copper & Fiber Optic
Minnesota Technical Training College
Associate of Arts - Paralegal/Lawyers Assistant
Blackstone Career Institute
Associate of Arts - Carpentry/Cabinet Making
Century Community College
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