Kevin Fischer
Kenosha,WI
Summary
Resourceful culinary professional known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Specialized skills include food preparation techniques and effective kitchen management. Excel at teamwork, adaptability, and creative troubleshooting in fast-paced kitchen environments. Lent mechanical knowledge to maintaining appliances and motor vehicles. Delivered farm supplies in timely fashion, and transported loads using Bobcat.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook/Prep/Dishwasher
Mason's Eatery & Pub
Kenosha, WI
07.2018 - 02.2025
- Prepared ingredients following safety and sanitation guidelines.
- Assisted in daily kitchen operations to ensure efficient service.
- Learned cooking techniques to support meal preparation and presentation.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and kitchen equipment.
Cook/Baker/Prep/Dishwasher
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
Kenosha, WI
02.2014 - 07.2018
- Created a variety of dishes in line with established recipes and presentation standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, ensuring cleanliness and organization.
- Worked with team to optimize food preparation processes, boosting efficiency.
- Enhanced team performance through mentorship and skill development.
Lead Cook/Prep/Dishwasher
George Webb Restaurant
Kenosha, WI
02.2014 - 03.2017
- Prepared high-quality dishes in accordance with menu specifications and customer preferences.
- Managed kitchen inventory, ensuring stock levels met operational needs and minimizing waste.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food preparation techniques.
- Managed time to complete all incoming guest tickets, prep list, and dirty dishes as the solitary kitchen worker.
Delivery Driver
Society of St Francis Animal Shelter
Kenosha, WI
01.2012 - 02.2014
- Drove Ford-F150 to pickup/deliver farm supplies including bales (alfalfa, grass, straw), large bags of large animal feed and bedding, lime, medicine, pest repellant, pest traps, etc.
- Unload/stack bales and large animal supplies neatly in storage at S.O.S.F. barn, rotating supplies properly.
- Operated Bobcat to transport manure, soil, landscaping materials, and other. miscellaneous heavy or bulky loads.
- Used Bobcat to remove snow from parking lots and trails between buildings, and move loads of salt/sand where needed to spread in parking lots and along trails.
Education
90 Credits Toward Bachelor's Degree - Geography Major/Math Minor
UW-Parkside
Kenosha, WI05.2028
Skills
Cooking
Frying
Food Prep
Knife Skills
Cleaning & Organization
Dishwashing
Mathematics
Appliance Repair
Automotive Maintenance & Repair
Operated Bobcat (2 years)
Class D Driver License
Accomplishments
- "Employee of the Month" awards at Shoney's Restaurant, Old Country Buffet, and Roadside Cafe
Volunteer Work
- Walked dogs at "Kenosha County Humane Society"
- Worked at Williams Bay High School Food & Beverage stand for sporting events
Timeline
Cook/Prep/Dishwasher
Mason's Eatery & Pub
07.2018 - 02.2025
Cook/Baker/Prep/Dishwasher
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
02.2014 - 07.2018
Lead Cook/Prep/Dishwasher
George Webb Restaurant
02.2014 - 03.2017
Delivery Driver
Society of St Francis Animal Shelter
01.2012 - 02.2014
90 Credits Toward Bachelor's Degree - Geography Major/Math Minor
UW-Parkside