Lucas Eye
Rockwood
Summary
Dynamic and highly motivated professional eager to embrace new challenges and contribute to team success. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills enable thriving in both independent and collaborative environments. Proven expertise in food preparation, line cooking, and food safety, complemented by excellent multitasking and organizational abilities. Recognized for effectively managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and consistently meeting deadlines.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Staff Member
Chick-fil-A
10.2024 - Current
- Operated kitchen equipment to prepare and cook food items efficiently.
- Ensured adherence to food safety and sanitation standards during all kitchen operations.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Assisted in training new staff on food preparation techniques and kitchen procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels, restocked supplies, and minimized waste effectively.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and special requests promptly.
- Supported management in maintaining high standards of quality and consistency in food presentation.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict hygiene standards for optimal food safety.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Contributed to positive workplace culture through strong teamwork, open communication, and a commitment to excellence.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Increased overall kitchen productivity by assisting in multiple stations as needed during busy shifts.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Sanitized dining ware and kitchen equipment according to health code standards.
- Kept supplies in sufficient stock by assessing inventory levels and reporting lower stock items.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and implementing best practices.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination during peak service hours.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
Line Cook
Sammys Pizza
07.2021 - 08.2024
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Cleaned cooking and refrigeration equipment to sanitize and prevent food-borne illness.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Mentored and trained staff by teaching cooking skills and kitchen maintenance, improving overall quality and performance.
- 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.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Washed and peeled ingredients to prepare for different meals and recipes.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
Fry Cook
Wingstop
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Organized kitchen and walk-in freezer to enable employees to easily find items.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Labeled and dated food products for safety.
- Wiped down counters with sanitizing spray to avoid contamination and foodborne illnesses.
- Checked temperatures for food items during cooking, holding and serving.
- Labeled, dated and filled pans with chopped vegetables and prepared foods prior to shift.
- Sanitized all cutting boards and surfaces at beginning of shift to avoid cross-contamination.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
- Communicated with kitchen staff to complete orders quickly.
- Collaborated with team members to promote consistent workflows and deliver food orders on time.
- Made adjustments to food items to accommodate guests with allergies or specific dietary concerns.
- Set up station according to standard operating procedures with ample backup product to complete shift.
- Handled waste management duties by properly and safely disposing of all trash at end of shift.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Followed procedures to prevent cross-contamination of items for patrons with allergies and gluten intolerance
- Adhered to food safety and HACCP regulations to prevent contamination of food.
- Monitored freshness and condition of prepared foods by checking expiration dates and heat lamp temperatures.
- Restocked and rotated food products using first-in, first-out method.
- Restocked kitchen supplies and food items to properly prepare for food service.
- Modified standard recipes to address customer requests for substitutions or allergen concerns.
- Assisted in preparation of menu items ranging from burgers to sandwiches.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- 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.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Atmospheric Sciences And Meteorology
Monroe County Community College
Monroe, MIHigh School Diploma -
Oscar A. Carlson High School
Rockwood, MI06-2023
Skills
- Food Safety
- Kitchen Operations
- Food rotation
- Inventory Management
- Portioning
- Server Communication
- Line Management
- Food presentation
- Following cooking methods
- Attention to Detail
- Ingredient Preparation
- Supply Management
- Punctual and honest
- Customer Service
- Active listener
- Quality assurance and control
- Food Safety Standards
- Kitchen Organization
- Foodservice sanitation
- Appetizer Preparation
- Special dietary requirements
- Stock Rotation
- Food Storage Procedures
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- Kitchen Station Setup
- Prepared Foods Plating
- Professional Attitude
- Workload Management
- Team Coordination
- Food Preparation
- Team-oriented
- Crew training
- Quality Control
- Equipment cleaning and maintenance
- Time Management
- Ingredient Stocking
- Sauce preparation
- Kitchen Sanitization
- Special Requests
- Highly motivated
- Salad preparation
- Cleaning and organization
- Food Storage
- Problem-Solving
- Dish preparation
- Kitchen Sanitation
- Head Chef Collaboration
- Inventory management
- Team collaboration
Affiliations
- Football
- Biking
- Karting
- Gaming
- maching band
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Interests
- Sharing travel tips, recommendations, and insights with fellow enthusiasts
- Music
- Video Gaming
- Playing Sports
- I participate in various sports activities for physical activity, camaraderie, and personal growth
- Acting and Theater
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Baking
- Reading
Timeline
Kitchen Staff Member
Chick-fil-A
10.2024 - Current
Fry Cook
Wingstop
03.2024 - 06.2024
Line Cook
Sammys Pizza
07.2021 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
Oscar A. Carlson High School
Some College (No Degree) - Atmospheric Sciences And Meteorology
Monroe County Community College
References
References available upon request.
Education and Training
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