Kenneth Olsen
Dave & Buster's
Burbank,IL
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Banquet Cook
- Prepared banquet menu items following Dave & Buster's recipes, presentation standards, and food safety procedures
- Coordinated with banquet staff to time food preparation and support smooth event service
- Maintained clean, organized workstations while following sanitation and kitchen safety protocols
- Checked ingredient quality and freshness before preparing dishes for banquet functions
- Adapted quickly to changing banquet orders and event volume during busy service periods
- Monitored cooking temperatures and doneness to ensure consistent food quality
- Supported team communication by relaying needs between kitchen, banquet staff, and service areas
- Grilled, roasted, baked and performed other cooking techniques to produce high volume meals.
- Practiced safe work habits to avoid possible injury to self or other employees.
- Learned menu items produced by assigned station to achieve proper quantities.
- Ordered food and supplies used to prepare meals for Number people.
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by preparing high-quality banquet dishes according to predetermined menus and recipes.
- Trained new staff members on kitchen procedures, ensuring consistency in quality among all team members.
Line Cook
14 Years 1 Month- Prepared menu items to order, following recipes and portion standards for consistent quality.
- Operated grills, fryers, and sauté stations while maintaining safe food handling practices.
- Monitored ticket flow and prioritized dishes to support timely kitchen service.
- Maintained clean workstations, sanitized surfaces, and followed sanitation procedures throughout shifts.
- Restocked ingredients and supplies to keep prep areas organized and production ready.
- Verified food temperatures and doneness to meet quality and safety standards.
- Coordinated with kitchen team to ensure smooth order execution during high-volume periods.
- Assembled plates accurately, confirming presentation and garnishes matched recipe requirements.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
Line Cook
21 Years- Prepared menu items to order, following recipes and portion standards for consistent quality.
- Operated grills, fryers, and sauté stations while maintaining safe food handling practices.
- Monitored ticket flow and prioritized dishes to support timely kitchen service.
- Maintained clean workstations, sanitized surfaces, and followed sanitation procedures throughout shifts.
- Restocked ingredients and supplies to keep prep areas organized and production ready.
- Verified food temperatures and doneness to meet quality and safety standards.
- Coordinated with kitchen team to ensure smooth order execution during high-volume periods.
- Assembled plates accurately, confirming presentation and garnishes matched recipe requirements.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
Line Cook
7 Years 5 Months- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Increased kitchen productivity by keeping tools organized for easy access when needed.
- Boosted employee morale through positive attitude, willingness to assist others when needed.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
Education
- Culinary Arts
Skills
Food safety
Kitchen sanitation
Safe food handling
Knife skills
Allergen awareness
Grilling techniques
Food production management
Portion control
Temperature management
Buffet setup
Cooking equipment maintenance
Recipe cooking
Cleaning and organization
Timeline
Line Cook
Dave & Buster's
08.2012 - 09.2026Read More
Line Cook
Applebee's
08.2008 - 01.2016Read More
Line Cook
Bennigan's Restaurant
07.1987 - 07.2008Read More
Banquet Cook
Dave & Buster's
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Moraine Valley Community College
from Culinary Arts
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