Kevin Cary
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Experienced kitchen professional skilled in grill, fryer, prep, and dish stations within high-volume restaurants. Excels in food safety, kitchen organization, and effective team communication. Manages multiple orders while ensuring quality and customer satisfaction. Committed to enhancing kitchen operations through collaboration and innovative cooking techniques.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
five or four gulf
New Orleans, Louisiana
07.2025 - 01.2026
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Operated grills, fryers, and sauté stations during busy dinner service.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Monitored food temperatures and followed sanitation rules across line stations.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Executed knife skills by dicing onions and slicing meats for meal preparation.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
Dishwasher/Prep Line Cook
lebayou
New Orleans, Louisiana
01.2025 - 07.2025
- Prepared fresh vegetables and proteins for daily menu items, ensuring quality and consistency.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to recipes, maintaining proper portion control.
- Operated dishwashing equipment efficiently, ensuring cleanliness and sanitation of all kitchenware.
- Washed and sanitized dishware, utensils, and cookware to maintain a clean kitchen environment.
- Collected and disposed of waste while keeping floors clear in back-of-house areas to ensure safety.
- Unloaded trucks to move food and supplies from delivery vehicle to storage areas.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
Dishwasher/Prep Cook
Ruth Chris Steakhouse
New Orleans, Louisiana
07.2023 - 05.2025
- Operated dishwashing equipment to ensure prompt availability of clean items for service.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of all dishes and kitchen utensils.
- Sanitized dish area surfaces following Ruth Chris Steakhouse food safety and cleanliness standards.
- Collected and disposed of trash from kitchen areas to maintain cleanliness. and recycling from kitchen work areas and dish stations.
- Refilled plates and utensils for service staff to facilitate smooth operations., bowls, pans, and utensils for line and service teams.
- Supplied clean equipment to cooks and servers during peak dinner service, facilitating efficient operations.
- Prepared ingredients by chopping, slicing, and measuring for various menu items.
- Assisted chefs in organizing and preparing ingredients for daily specials, enhancing service readiness.
- Assisted in preparing salads and desserts for service.
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
New Orleans, Louisiana
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Stocked Walmart shelves overnight with freight and merchandise.
- Restocked merchandise to maximize product availability for customers
- Received and stocked merchandise in a timely manner.
- Updated team on inventory levels and product placement to enhance operational efficiency
- Unloaded trailers and moved pallets using pallet jacks.
- Stocked pallets with merchandise and maintained warehouse cleanliness and organization throughout shift
Stocker/Cashier
Dollar General Market
Avondale, LA
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Stocked sales floor merchandise at Dollar General Market using planograms and shelf labels.
- Unloaded freight from backroom shipments and arranged stock for efficient aisle replenishment.
- Organized and stocked shelves to enhance product visibility and accessibility.
- Assisted customers in locating items and selecting products to ensure a positive shopping experience.
Education
High School Diploma -
John F Kennedy
New Orleans, LA05-2021
Skills
- Grill operation
- Fryer operation
- Food preparation techniques
- Ingredient portioning
- Food safety
- Back of house operations
- Kitchen organization
- Kitchen workflow management
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Customer service
- Customer interaction
- Cash handling
- Cash register operation
- Payment processing
- Register balancing
- Cash management
- Item scanning
- Kitchen collaboration
Timeline
Line Cook
five or four gulf
07.2025 - 01.2026
Dishwasher/Prep Line Cook
lebayou
01.2025 - 07.2025
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
11.2023 - 03.2024
Dishwasher/Prep Cook
Ruth Chris Steakhouse
07.2023 - 05.2025
Stocker/Cashier
Dollar General Market
01.2021 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
John F Kennedy