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Kevin Wells

Reno

Summary

Experience Line Cook, I am currently working to further my knowledge and experience in all aspects of the kitchen and continue my education towards becoming a Restaurant owner. I have experience at greasy spoons and anything in between fine dinning. I also have extensive experience in breakfast/brunch egg cook service.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Line Cook

Wild Goat Spots Bar And Grill
10.2022 - 06.2023
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
  • Enhanced menu offerings by creating innovative, seasonal dishes that attracted new customers and increased overall satisfaction.
  • Maintained high-quality food standards by ensuring consistent execution of recipes and presentation techniques.
  • Collaborated with management to design and implement cost-control measures, reducing food waste and overall expenses.
  • Trained junior cooks on proper cooking techniques, safety protocols, and kitchen etiquette, promoting a positive work environment.
  • Ensured timely delivery of meals by managing line cook schedules and delegating tasks effectively during peak service hours.
  • Received recognition for outstanding performance in maintaining a clean, organized workspace that met health department guidelines.
  • Increased customer satisfaction rates by promptly addressing concerns and providing solutions to any issues that arose during service.

Sous Chef

Whiskey Bar
10.2018 - 10.2019
  • Enhanced overall restaurant efficiency by streamlining kitchen operations and implementing effective time management strategies.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering high-quality dishes and maintaining strict adherence to food safety standards.
  • Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
  • Increased kitchen productivity by optimizing workflow processes and delegating tasks appropriately within the team.

Lead Line Cook

Stealhead Brewery
04.2017 - 07.2018
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
  • Maintained high-quality food standards by ensuring consistent execution of recipes and presentation techniques.
  • Collaborated with management to design and implement cost-control measures, reducing food waste and overall expenses.
  • Trained junior cooks on proper cooking techniques, safety protocols, and kitchen etiquette, promoting a positive work environment.
  • Ensured timely delivery of meals by managing line cook schedules and delegating tasks effectively during peak service hours.

Runner

Rite Elec
01.2011 - 03.2017

Responsible for receiving, storing and distributing material and lightly installing materials, tools, equipment, from venders to customers. Manual labor for the job site and clean up.

Line Cook

Buffalo Gap Saloon And Eatery
01.2011 - 07.2011

Egg cook/Line Cook while opening the kitchen on the weekends, set up the line for busy breakfast service.. Cook and prep during both slow and busy times. Also created and prepped. for daily specials.

Education

High School Diploma -

Walla Walla High School
Walla Walla, WA
05.1991

Skills

  • Plates presentation
  • Kitchen Organization
  • Food Processing
  • Spoilage prevention
  • Food assembly
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Food Preparation
  • Quality Control
  • Knife Skills

Timeline

Lead Line Cook

Wild Goat Spots Bar And Grill
10.2022 - 06.2023

Sous Chef

Whiskey Bar
10.2018 - 10.2019

Lead Line Cook

Stealhead Brewery
04.2017 - 07.2018

Runner

Rite Elec
01.2011 - 03.2017

Line Cook

Buffalo Gap Saloon And Eatery
01.2011 - 07.2011

High School Diploma -

Walla Walla High School
Kevin Wells