Lionell Smith
Downingtown,PA
Summary
Dynamic and highly motivated professional with extensive experience at Applebee's, excelling in food preparation and presentation. Proven track record in enhancing kitchen efficiency and boosting employee morale. Skilled in time management and organization, consistently maintaining high food quality standards while fostering a collaborative team environment.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook / Shift Supervisor
Rose Group / Applebee's
Thorndale, PA
05.2000 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations to ensure a safe cooking environment.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently manage food preparation and service during peak hours.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on food safety protocols and cooking techniques.
- 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.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Boosted employee morale through positive attitude, willingness to assist others when needed.
- Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking supplies and placing orders as needed.
- Assisted in training of new line cooks, ensuring they met kitchen's high standards quickly.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns.
- Helped store management meet standards of service and quality in daily operations.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Served as a liaison between employees and upper management effectively facilitating communication that bridged any existing gaps.
- Contributed to significant reduction in cooking time by organizing more efficient kitchen layouts.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Education
Strawberry Mansion High
Philadelphia, PASkills
- Time management
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Active listener
- Food preparing, plating, and presentation
- Prioritization and organization
Accomplishments
- Achieved Result by completing Task with accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised team of Number staff members.
Timeline
Line Cook / Shift Supervisor
Rose Group / Applebee's
05.2000 - Current
Strawberry Mansion High