James Parry
Wolcott,CT
Summary
Culinary professional with experience at various restaurants and healthcare settings. Ability to enhance dining through effective communication and attention to detail. Skilled in kitchen organization, and collaborating with teams to deliver quality meals. All the while adhering to strict sanitation practices.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Rounds Cook
TPC River Highlands
Cromwell, CT
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Fulfilled various tasks for the head chef as required during service rounds.
- Maintained personalized food interactions with individual clientele to enhance dining experience.
Line Cook
Genesis Healthcare System
Danbury, CT
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Cooked meals for resident events in compliance with corporate policies and dietary restrictions.
- Supported recreation department by preparing meals for various resident activities.
- Adhered to all guidelines regarding dietary restrictions to ensure resident safety.
AM Cook
Autumn Lake Healthcare
Cromwell, CT
02.2019 - 02.2022
- Oversaw preparation of 150+ resident meals accommodating diverse dietary restrictions.
- Managed inventory storage and tracking to ensure availability of necessary supplies.
Line Cook
Crystal Bees
Southington, CT
08.2018 - 02.2019
- Managed inventory to ensure accurate stock levels for meal preparations.
- Oversaw sous chef duties, delegating tasks to optimize kitchen efficiency.
Line Cook
Chips Pub III
Clinton, CT
01.2013 - 08.2018
- Collaborated with head chef to design daily specials, enhancing menu diversity.
- Operated grill and sauté stations, ensuring consistent meal quality.
- Organized food inventory systematically to maintain optimal stock levels.
Line Cook
Applebee's Grill + Bar
Plainville, CT
08.2009 - 11.2012
- Established work stations to facilitate efficient preparation of lunch and dinner menus, including occasional pancake breakfasts for Boy Scouts of America.
Education
Certified Chef - Culinary Arts
Connecticut Culinary Institute
Hartford, CT08-2009
High School Diploma -
Wolcott High School
Wolcott, CT06-2007
Skills
- Food preparation
- Dietary compliance
- Cooking techniques
- Sanitation practices
- Kitchen organization
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Time management
Timeline
Rounds Cook
TPC River Highlands
05.2023 - 08.2023
Line Cook
Genesis Healthcare System
08.2022 - 04.2023
AM Cook
Autumn Lake Healthcare
02.2019 - 02.2022
Line Cook
Crystal Bees
08.2018 - 02.2019
Line Cook
Chips Pub III
01.2013 - 08.2018
Line Cook
Applebee's Grill + Bar
08.2009 - 11.2012
Certified Chef - Culinary Arts
Connecticut Culinary Institute
High School Diploma -
Wolcott High School
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