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Kenneth Carrington

Dallas,TX

Summary

Passionate, spirited and classically trained culinary professional, skilled in building relationships and developing high-performing teams. Leader in delivery of excellent customer service. Equipped to apply restaurant operational experience to grow world-class organizations. Dedicated to food safety, customer service best practices and quality food service. I am a committed chef 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

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Culinary Key

R+D Kitchen
Dallas, Texas
10.2018 - Current
  • Checked stock deliveries for safety, quality and quantity.
  • Collaborated productively and professionally with colleagues representing widely diverse points of view.
  • Cleaned, sanitized and maintained food storage, preparation and serving areas.
  • Remained attentive to detail and committed to accurate and thorough responses to expressed culinary and service needs.
  • Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
  • Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.

Shift Leader

Gonzo Eats Food Truck
Dallas, Texas
10.2017 - 10.2018
  • Checked orders for quality and completeness.
  • Coached team members to increase productivity and reduce workplace accidents.
  • Complied with company safety procedures, policies and regulations to promote safe working environment.
  • Supervised and led employees to maintain productivity and customer service levels.
  • Positioned skilled staff in key areas throughout shift to optimize department productivity.
  • Followed recipes and procedures to prepare, season and cook food products.

Line Cook

Honor Bar
Dallas, TX
03.2016 - 10.2017
  • Prepped garnishes to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
  • Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
  • Adhered to portion controls and presentation specifications.
  • Cleaned cooking and refrigeration equipment to sanitize and prevent food-borne illness.
  • Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
  • Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.

Shift Lead

RCI Entertainment and Hospitality
Dallas, Texas
05.2012 - 03.2016
  • Delegated tasks to employees and monitored activities and task completion.
  • Resolved customer complaints and reported issues to senior management.
  • Completed opening and closing duties to facilitate business operations.
  • Reinforced rules to promote superior employee performance.
  • Upheld company standards and compliance requirements for operations.
  • Evaluated employee performance, delivering individualized feedback and praise.

Education

High School Diploma -

Cheekview High School
Carrollton, TX
01-2010

Culinary Arts

Remington College
Dallas, TX

Skills

  • Preparing food
  • Planning nutritious meals
  • Food Preparation
  • Budget Management
  • Food Servicr
  • Menu development
  • Inspecting deliveries
  • Guest Interaction
  • Kitchen Operations Oversight
  • Food Safety
  • Quality Control
  • Meal Preparation

Timeline

Culinary Key

R+D Kitchen
10.2018 - Current

Shift Leader

Gonzo Eats Food Truck
10.2017 - 10.2018

Line Cook

Honor Bar
03.2016 - 10.2017

Shift Lead

RCI Entertainment and Hospitality
05.2012 - 03.2016

High School Diploma -

Cheekview High School

Culinary Arts

Remington College

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