Lawrence Small
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Hardworking and enthusiastic cook trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success. Flexible Cook willing to work weekends, holidays and evenings. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments in team setting. Background in maintaining kitchen sanitation, preparing basic components of dishes and working within team of cooks.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Mary Macs Tea Room
04.2005 - 10.2015
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
Line Cook
Up The Creek Bar
08.2000 - 03.2005
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
Line Cook
Shoneys Restaurant
06.1993 - 09.1998
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
Education
High School Diploma -
Franklin D Roosevelt High School
Atlanta, GA(now Closed)06.1987
Skills
- Food Presentation
- Line Management
- Portioning
- Ingredient Inspection
- Food Safety
- Ingredient Preparation
Timeline
Line Cook
Mary Macs Tea Room
04.2005 - 10.2015
Line Cook
Up The Creek Bar
08.2000 - 03.2005
Line Cook
Shoneys Restaurant
06.1993 - 09.1998
High School Diploma -
Franklin D Roosevelt High School
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