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LaVern Cook

Land O' Lakes,FL

Summary

Talented Grill Cook executes grill station operations to prepare quality food and deliver prompt service. Maintains clean, stocked and well-organized station. Works closely with restaurant personnel to uphold standards of service, resulting in memorable dining experiences.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Grill Cook

WHISKEY CAKE
Tampa, FL
06.2025 - Current
  • Prepared and cooked a variety of grilled dishes for customer orders.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the grill station and surrounding areas.
  • Followed food safety guidelines to ensure quality and freshness of ingredients.

Head Fry Cook

Coopers Hawk
Tampa, Florida
04.2024 - 05.2025
  • Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and cooking processes.
  • Maintained high standards of food safety and cleanliness in the kitchen area.
  • Coordinated with servers to ensure timely delivery of orders to customers.
  • Trained new fry cooks on proper cooking techniques and equipment usage.

Wok Cook

P.F. Changs
Tampa, FL
12.2022 - 04.2024
  • Prepared high-quality dishes using traditional wok cooking techniques.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the kitchen workspace.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service.

Sous Chef

Rocco's Tacos
Tampa, FL
01.2018 - 11.2022
  • Supervised kitchen staff to ensure timely meal preparation and quality standards.
  • Assisted in menu development, incorporating seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
  • Maintained inventory control by tracking supplies and ordering items.

Education

Associate Degree - Culinary Ats

LE CORDON BLEU
04.2008 - 01.2010

Land O Lakes High
Land O Lakes, Fl

Skills

  • Grilling techniques
  • Food safety
  • Menu planning
  • Food presentation

Timeline

Grill Cook

WHISKEY CAKE
06.2025 - Current

Head Fry Cook

Coopers Hawk
04.2024 - 05.2025

Wok Cook

P.F. Changs
12.2022 - 04.2024

Sous Chef

Rocco's Tacos
01.2018 - 11.2022

Associate Degree - Culinary Ats

LE CORDON BLEU
04.2008 - 01.2010

Land O Lakes High
LaVern Cook