La Toya Turner
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Professional culinary expert with strong skills in high-pressure kitchen environments. Proven ability to prepare diverse dishes while maintaining high standards of quality and presentation. Solid track record of collaborating effectively with team members and adapting to changing needs. Known for reliability, culinary creativity, and strong focus on achieving outstanding results.
Overview
2024
2024
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Eddie V's Prime Seafood
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently shucking and preparing oysters for consumption.
- Adhered to strict sanitation guidelines when handling raw shellfish products reducing risk of contamination.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Ensured smooth kitchen operations during special events or private parties by collaborating with front-of-house staff and adjusting to specific client requests.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
Line Cook
The Cheesecake Factory
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Maintained cleanliness of salad station area, ensuring a sanitary workspace for food preparation at all times.
- Assisted management with training new hires on salad station procedures, helping them quickly acclimate to their role within the team.
- Improved customer satisfaction by crafting visually appealing and flavorful salads using fresh ingredients.
- Received consistent positive feedback from customers on taste and presentation of salads served.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Maintained a clean and organized workstation at all times, adhering to strict sanitation protocols for safe food handling practices.
Education
Culinary Arts -
Bidwell Training Center
Pittsburgh, PA06.2023
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Knife Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food quality
- Catering events
- Grilling and deep frying skills
- Pastry Skills
- Vegan Cooking
- Fine-dining expertise
- Pasta Making
- Butchery skills
- Seafood Preparation
Timeline
Line Cook
The Cheesecake Factory
11.2022 - 04.2023
Chef
Eddie V's Prime Seafood
Culinary Arts -
Bidwell Training Center
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