Kevin Newcomb
Lancaster,California
Summary
Forward-thinking professional offering six 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 Cooking and Social skills.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Gino's Italian Restaurant
10.2017 - 12.2022
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
- Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Continually improved kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Collaborated effectively with front-of-house team for seamless dining experience and positive customer feedback.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency through effective staff management and delegation.
- Implemented rigorous quality control measures to ensure consistent taste and presentation of dishes.
- Boosted employee morale through constructive feedback sessions and recognition of exceptional performance.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
Education
No Degree - History
Christ The King Academy
Los Angeles, CA06.2013
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Knife Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food quality
- Food presentation
- Meal Preparation
- Effective Communications
- Kitchen Operations
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Ingredient Knowledge
- Verbal and written communication
- Food plating and presentation
- Allergen awareness
- Sanitation Guidelines
- Plating techniques
- Workflow Optimization
- Sanitation Practices
- Banquets and catering
- Performance Improvement
- Vegetarian Cooking
- Equipment Maintenance
- Food Service Operations
- Garnishing Techniques
- New Hire Training
- Food spoilage prevention
- Company quality standards
- Pantry restocking
- Regulatory Compliance
- Utensils and equipment
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Safe Food Handling
- Food Safety
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
- Creative Thinking
- Team Collaboration
- Catering and Events
- Coordinating Kitchen Staff
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Relationship Building
- Decision-Making
- Food Handler Certification
- Garnishing and Plating
- Frying techniques
- Grilling Techniques
- Vegan Cooking
- Food Preparing, Plating, and Presentation
- Quality Control
Timeline
Chef
Gino's Italian Restaurant
10.2017 - 12.2022
No Degree - History
Christ The King Academy
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