Kenneth Phillips
Washington,DC
Summary
Forward-thinking professional offering more than [Number] years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven [Type] skills. Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with [Type] cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational [Language] skills.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook Shift Leader
DC Capital Square
09.2022 - Current
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined cooking processes and procedures.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality meals in a timely manner.
- Successfully managed inventory and reduced waste by carefully monitoring food usage and rotating stock.
- Trained and mentored new cooks, resulting in increased productivity and improved teamwork within the kitchen staff.
Education
High School Diploma -
Washington Metropolitan Hight Shool
Washington Dc08.2013
Skills
- Plating Techniques
- Kitchen Management
- Budget Management
- Food Presentation
- Menu Planning
- Meal Preparation
- Inventory Control
- Food Pairing
- Knife Skills
- Sauce Making
- Menu Development
- Team Leadership
- Cooking
Accomplishments
I have successfully ran a restaurant as lead chef at DC CAPITOL SQUARE BAR AND GRILL for a year before this feed. I met chef jude and became his apprentice. Therefor, pushing my course into motion to broaden my horizon and become the CHEF i know I AM.
- Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
- Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Certification
- Certified [CHEF], [DC CAPITOL SQUARE BAR AND GRILL] - [1 YEAR]
Additional Information
Greetings too my readers, I AM cumming too you in a never ending quest for knowledge, wisdom, and understanding i ask not too be laid astray, but to be shift in too the right direction of success too perform in my hightest peak and with pure intentions, to truly grow, and would be honored if you would be a part of my story. SOB=SUPPORT OUR BROTHERS
Timeline
Cook Shift Leader
DC Capital Square
09.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
Washington Metropolitan Hight Shool