Lanard Dowdell

• Prepared and served meals, ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation standards for optimal kitchen cleanliness.
• Monitored inventory levels and restocked supplies, contributing to efficient kitchen operations and timely meal service.
• Assisted with meal planning and preparation, enhancing menu variety and accommodating dietary restrictions for residents.
• Maintained a clean and organized kitchen workspace, promoting safety and compliance with health regulations.
• Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes, improving overall efficiency and meal turnaround time.
• Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
• Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
• Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
• Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
• Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
• Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
• Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
• Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
• Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
• Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
• Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.

Clean machines and floors