Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Timeline

Kyle Goins

Tacoma,WA

Summary

Adept at maximizing kitchen efficiency and food safety, I honed my skills at The Cliff House, mastering time management and knife skills. My proactive approach led to a high accuracy rate in order preparation, demonstrating my reliability and attention to detail. I consistently seek feedback to enhance my performance, showcasing my motivation and commitment to becoming an experienced cook.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Cook

The Cliff House
10.2023 - 11.2024
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
  • Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
  • Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking supplies and placing orders as needed.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.

Line Cook

Ricky J's
07.2023 - 10.2023
  • Handled preparation of various meats for frying.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
  • Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
  • Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.

Line Cook, Dishwasher

410 Pub
07.2023 - 10.2023
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
  • Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
  • Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
  • Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
  • Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.

Lead Line Cook

The Locale
10.2021 - 06.2023
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products

  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
  • Handled portion control activities according to specified instructions provided by chef.
  • Unloaded food supplies from distributor trucks to efficiently organize inventory.
  • Continuously practiced self-evaluation and sought feedback from supervisors to identify areas for improvement, ultimately enhancing overall performance as a lead line cook.

Skills

  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Highly motivated
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Food preparation
  • Food safety knowledge
  • Kitchen sanitization
  • Knife skills
  • Kitchen sanitation
  • Deep fryer operation

Timeline

Line Cook - The Cliff House
10.2023 - 11.2024
Line Cook - Ricky J's
07.2023 - 10.2023
Line Cook, Dishwasher - 410 Pub
07.2023 - 10.2023
Lead Line Cook - The Locale
10.2021 - 06.2023
Kyle Goins