Lindsey Keith
Federal Way,WA
Summary
Motivated professional with several years of experience preparing delicious meals for customers. Polished in following proper food handling methods and maintaining correct temperature of food products.Commited to strengthening kitchen team with better collaboration, recipes and cooking techniques.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Currant Bistro
Seattle, Washington
01.2025 - Current
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production sheets including waste logs.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment ensuring proper functioning order.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Reviewed recipes to determine exact measurements and ingredients to create dishes.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Performed workstation prep prior to shift start.
- Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
Cook
Gencare lifestyle
Federal Way , WA
07.2024 - 01.2025
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
- Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Planned menus based on customer preferences, nutritional value and budget constraints.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
Cook
Sweetgreen
Huntington Beach , California
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Performed basic administrative duties such as inventory management, ordering supplies.
Lead Cook
Bistro On Yale
Seattle, WA
10.2015 - 10.2023
- Provided guidance during meal rushes in order to maintain an organized workflow within the kitchen area.
- Washed, sliced, peeled and cut various foods to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Completed workstation set up and break down, properly disposing of leftover food.
- Trained new chefs on menu items and kitchen procedures.
- Managed inventory and ordering of food supplies to ensure efficient operations.
- Supervised staff in daily kitchen duties, including prepping ingredients, cooking meals, and cleaning up after service.
- Ensured compliance with health safety regulations while preparing meals and maintaining a sanitary work environment.
- Developed menus for special events and catering services according to customer specifications.
- Trained new cooks on proper techniques for preparing dishes according to recipes.
- Monitored quality of all cooked items throughout the day to guarantee high standards were maintained.
- Adjusted recipes as needed to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies of customers.
- Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff based on anticipated volume of business.
- Maintained records of food costs, sales figures, employee hours worked, and other relevant data.
- Oversaw food preparation processes to ensure that orders were completed accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborated with management team to develop new recipes and update existing ones in order to improve the overall dining experience.
- Assessed performance levels of subordinate cooks through regular reviews and feedback sessions.
- Conducted periodic inventories of kitchen equipment, utensils, and supplies to determine restocking needs.
- Performed various administrative tasks such as payroll processing, recordkeeping, budgeting activities.
- Inspected kitchen areas regularly for cleanliness; instructed staff members on sanitation protocols when necessary.
Line Cook
Emerald Grill
Seattle, WA
06.2011 - 10.2015
- Helping with inventory
- Making desserts from scratch
- Training new cooks
- Working on a two person line
- Over seeing dishwaters
- Sanitation
- Helping with Holiday Menus and Specials
Deli Cook
Safeway
Yakima, WA
04.2013 - 10.2013
- Made and prepped sandwiches
- Slicing, wrapping, weighing, pricing, and merchandising the department's deli products
- Sanitation
Line Cook
Oconomowoc Lake Club
Wisconsin
10.2004 - 12.2011
- Started as dishwasher, moved to pantry, and worked to middle line cook
- Knife Skills
- Frying
- Grilling
- Food Prep
- Sanitation
- Open/Closing shift duties
- Made salad dressings and seasonings
- Responsible for coming up with weekly seasonal salad
- Banquet cooking experience, plating, buffet's, banquets for small groups and also wedding's and party's for 220+
Bar Cook
J. Lotti's
Wisconsin
10.2010 - 03.2011
- Fish fry
- Burgers made to order
- Inventory
- Food Order
- Sanitation
- Scheduling
- Dishwashing
Education
High School Diploma -
Waukesha North School
Wisconsin01.2006
Skills
- Menu preparation
- Kitchen Organization
- Food Processing
- Kitchen Sanitation
- Menu Planning
- Knife safety
- Menu development
- Kitchen Management
- Sanitation Practices
- Cooking techniques
- Meal Preparation
- Scheduling
- Crew training
Permits
Food Handlers Permit
Servsafe managers certification
Relatedemployment
- Bistro On Yale, Seattle, WA, Lead Cook, 10/01/15, 03/01/20, Inventory, Scheduling, Ordering, Menu making, Dessert making, Sanitation, Dishwashing, Training
- Emerald Grill, Seattle, WA, Line Cook, 06/01/11, 10/01/15, Helping with inventory, Making desserts from scratch, Training new cooks, Working on a two person line, Overseeing dishwashers, Sanitation, Helping with Holiday Menus and Specials
- Safeway, Yakima, WA, Deli Cook, 04/01/13, 10/01/13, Made and prepped sandwiches, Slicing, wrapping, weighing, pricing, and merchandising the department's deli products, Sanitation
- J. Lotti's, Wisconsin, Bar Cook, 10/01/10, 03/01/11, Fish fry, Burgers made to order, Inventory, Food Order, Sanitation, Scheduling, Dishwashing
- Oconomowoc Lake Club, Wisconsin, Line Cook, 10/01/04, 12/01/11, Started as dishwasher, moved to pantry, and worked to middle line cook, Knife Skills, Frying, Grilling, Food Prep, Sanitation, Open/Closing shift duties, Made salad dressings and seasonings, Responsible for coming up with weekly seasonal salad, Banquet cooking experience, plating, buffets, banquets for small groups and also weddings and parties for 220+
Availability
I have open availability
Timeline
Line Cook
Currant Bistro
01.2025 - Current
Cook
Gencare lifestyle
07.2024 - 01.2025
Cook
Sweetgreen
11.2023 - 05.2024
Lead Cook
Bistro On Yale
10.2015 - 10.2023
Deli Cook
Safeway
04.2013 - 10.2013
Line Cook
Emerald Grill
06.2011 - 10.2015
Bar Cook
J. Lotti's
10.2010 - 03.2011
Line Cook
Oconomowoc Lake Club
10.2004 - 12.2011
High School Diploma -
Waukesha North School