Lilith Gjertsen
Nevada City,CA
Summary
Knowledgeable cook with solid background in fast-paced kitchen environments. Demonstrated success in maintaining high standards of food quality and safety. Proven ability to work efficiently under pressure and adapt to changing demands.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Creekside
06.2024 - 10.2024
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, fostering camaraderie and a strong sense of teamwork.
- Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
Kitchen Manager
Brewbilt Brew Haus
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Assisted with catering events, showcasing the restaurant''s culinary expertise and dedication to customer satisfaction.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
Lead Line Cook
Holbrooke Hotel
06.2021 - 12.2023
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Assisted in training of new line cooks, ensuring they met kitchen's high standards quickly.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Maintained high-quality food standards by ensuring consistent execution of recipes and presentation techniques.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Assisted with catering events, showcasing the restaurant''s culinary expertise and dedication to customer satisfaction.
- Unloaded food supplies from distributor trucks to efficiently organize inventory.
Deli Associate
Safeway
06.2021 - 07.2023
- Carefully prepared orders by slicing, weighing, and packaging cheeses and meats and accurately calculated prices.
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks such as food preparation for large catering orders while balancing day-to-day responsibilities of serving customers.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently complete daily tasks and consistently meet customer needs.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
Line Cook
The Roost
08.2020 - 03.2021
- Improved team morale and productivity through effective communication and collaboration.
- Managed kitchen equipment maintenance, preventing unexpected downtime and preserving workflow.
- Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking supplies and placing orders as needed.
Cook
Smiley Guys
07.2016 - 05.2017
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Nevada Union Highschool
Grass Valley, CA07-2017
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Food preparation
- Kitchen station setup
- Quality control
- Food presentation
- Time management
- Prepared foods plating
Timeline
Line Cook
Creekside
06.2024 - 10.2024
Kitchen Manager
Brewbilt Brew Haus
01.2024 - 06.2024
Lead Line Cook
Holbrooke Hotel
06.2021 - 12.2023
Deli Associate
Safeway
06.2021 - 07.2023
Line Cook
The Roost
08.2020 - 03.2021
Cook
Smiley Guys
07.2016 - 05.2017
High School Diploma -
Nevada Union Highschool
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