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La'Montrice Leonard

Fultondale,AL

Summary

Creative cook with ambition to establish versatile culinary skillset. Energetic and flexible employee with focus despite chaotic kitchen environments. Receptive learner with growth mindset and tenacity to expand and build culinary skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Line Cook/Prep Cook

The Club Inc.
07.2022 - Current
  • Demonstrated proficiency in using various kitchen equipment safely for efficient food preparation. Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Developed innovative, creative menu items and recipes. Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications. Produced adequate amounts of mise en place to make meal preparation easier. Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues. Boosted employee morale through positive attitude, willingness to assist others when needed.
  • Contributed to menu planning and development, incorporating seasonal ingredients for optimal freshness and taste. Supported success of daily operations by assisting chefs with ingredient prep work as needed.

Deli Associate

Publix
06.2021 - 09.2022
  • Increased deli sales through effective promotion of featured items and specials. Took special orders for event catering and party trays, assisting customers by recommending additional items, condiments, and garnishes.
  • Supported store operations by adhering to proper food handling procedures and sanitation guidelines at all times. Performed serving, cleaning and stocking to high standards and provided excellent customer satisfaction.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally and efficiently, resolving issues to satisfaction of both customer and management. Responded to telephone inquiries regarding available products and services and helped customers make appropriate choices.
  • Assisted with maintaining appealing deli display, showcasing fresh products and enticing customers to make purchases. Carefully prepared orders by slicing, weighing, and packaging cheeses and meats and accurately calculated prices. Prepared salads, soups and sandwiches for customers.
  • Participated in ongoing training initiatives, staying up-to-date on relevant industry knowledge and best practices within deli department.

Cook/Prep

Protective Insurance
10.2021 - 07.2022
  • Enhanced teamwork within kitchen staff by fostering collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency. Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines. Brewed and served coffee, tea and other non-alcoholic drinks according to company standards. Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts

Jefferson State Community College
Birmingham, AL
12.2024

Skills

  • Team Collaboration
  • Recipe creation
  • Special Events and Catering
  • Customer Service
  • Cleaning procedures
  • Following cooking methods
  • Adaptability
  • Food Preparing, Plating, and Presentation
  • Relationship Building
  • Ingredients measuring
  • Organizational Skills
  • Excellent Communication

Certification

Food Handler Certification, 12/01/23, 08/01/24

Timeline

Line Cook/Prep Cook

The Club Inc.
07.2022 - Current

Cook/Prep

Protective Insurance
10.2021 - 07.2022

Deli Associate

Publix
06.2021 - 09.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts

Jefferson State Community College

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