Lennox Chapman
Somerville,MA
Summary
Culinary professional with keen eye for detail and commitment to delivering high-quality meals. Extensive experience in fast-paced kitchen environments, known for exceptional food preparation and presentation skills. Strong team player who adapts seamlessly to changing demands and consistently achieves outstanding results.
Overview
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Language
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Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Cook and Stage
Reve
Birmingham, AL
08.2025 - 09.2026
- Prepared menu items following recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.
- Maintained clean, organized workstation and upheld food safety procedures.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure timely ticket execution.
- Monitored ingredient inventory and communicated replenishment needs to support service flow.
- Adhered to sanitation protocols, including proper storage, labeling, and temperature checks.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils and equipment.
Host and Food Runner
Little Betty
Birmingham, AL
07.2024 - 08.2025
- Greeted guests warmly, managed first impressions, and maintained welcoming front-of-house experience.
- Coordinated reservations and waitlist flow, balancing seating assignments with dining room capacity.
- Communicated special requests and table status to servers, kitchen staff, and management.
- Resolved guest concerns promptly, preserving service standards and positive dining experiences.
Cashier and Trainer
Zaxby's Restaurant
Hoover, AL
02.2022 - 06.2024
- Processed customer orders accurately while maintaining fast, friendly front-counter service.
- Trained new cashiers on POS procedures, customer service, and transaction handling.
- Balanced cash drawer and handled payments with consistent accuracy.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure correct order preparation and pickup.
- Maintained clean, organized register area and dining room standards.
Trumpet
Hoover High School,Band
08.2021 - 05.2025
- I studied trumpet for 6 years and was part of my middle and high school marching band, competition band, and jazz band.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Tenderfoot Boy Scout
Boy Scouts Of America, Troop 93
02.2017 - 07.2021
- Learned lifesaving knots, shelter building, and food gathering for survival while developing strong communication and cooperation skills.
- Led troop outings, ensuring safe execution of camping, hiking, and outdoor skill activities.
- Mentored younger scouts on rank requirements, leadership development, and badge readiness.
- Planned meeting agendas, patrol assignments, and advancement preparation with consistent follow-through.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hoover High School
Hoover, AL05-2025
Skills
- Cash handling
- Food Safety Compliance
- Effective communication
- Food presentation
- Passionate commitment
- Accountability
- Time Management
- Organized
- Teamwork
- Problem Solving
- Guest Interaction
- Sanitation Practices
- Menu Item Preparation
- Food Safety Practices
- Hosting
- Food plating
Certification
In Boy Scouts I achieved the Engineering Merit Badge., I achieved the ranking of Tenderfoot in Boy Scouts, I earned my right to be certified for my Totin’ Chip and My Firem’n Chit, Placing in the second highest band,(I consider being in band an award), Al Food Handlers Card Certificate
LANGUAGES
English
Interests
- Cooking
- Baking
- Engaging in food photography and sharing culinary creations on social media
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- I like trying new recipes and food trends
Timeline
Kitchen Cook and Stage
Reve
08.2025 - 09.2026
Host and Food Runner
Little Betty
07.2024 - 08.2025
Cashier and Trainer
Zaxby's Restaurant
02.2022 - 06.2024
Trumpet
Hoover High School,Band
08.2021 - 05.2025
Tenderfoot Boy Scout
Boy Scouts Of America, Troop 93
02.2017 - 07.2021
High School Diploma -
Hoover High School