Marcellus Colon
Palm Harbor
Summary
Professional culinary expert with strong track record in preparing high-quality dishes and maintaining kitchen efficiency. Known for exceptional collaboration within team environments and adaptability to changing needs. Possesses key skills in food preparation, safety, and sanitation, along with keen sense of taste and presentation. Reliable and results-driven, consistently delivering outstanding culinary experiences.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Key Hourly, Neighborhood Expert
Applebees
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Fostered culture of teamwork and communication within kitchen, leading to improved efficiency.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
Cook
C.R.M
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Improved menu offerings, incorporating seasonal ingredients and innovative cooking methods.
Assistant floor Manger
Eastern Freight Forwarders
11.2021 - 07.2022
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
Package Handler
FedEx
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.
- Improved package handling efficiency by implementing proper sorting and organizing techniques.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Line Cook
Brooklyn Cider House
08.2019 - 03.2020
- 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.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
Line Cook
Inside Park
05.2019 - 10.2019
- 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.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
Line Cook
Sodexo Culinary Services
11.2018 - 01.2019
- 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.
Culinary Fellow
Bloomberg L.P.
08.2018 - 01.2019
- One of eight interns selected over 30 candidates to participate in the fourth cohort of a fellowship providing individuals with hands-on work experience, professional development trainings, and high-end corporate experience within Bloomberg LP’s vendor partner Sodexo
Line cook
Applebee's
05.2018 - 08.2018
- 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.
Sautee Chef
Cecconi’s
06.2017 - 09.2017
- Followed instructions to cook menu items in cooperation with kitchen staff.
- Chopped vegetables, butchered meat and made sauces to prepare food for service.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Grill & Griddle Master
5 Napkins
10.2016 - 05.2017
- Managed grill station independently, often juggling multiple orders simultaneously under pressure.
- Implemented new recipes using seasonal ingredients, keeping the menu fresh and appealing to customers.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly adjusting to changing workloads during peak hours or special events.
- Provided exceptional customer service by accommodating special requests and dietary restrictions.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless communication and optimal teamwork in the kitchen.
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment regularly.
Head Sautee Chef
McCormick & Shmicks
01.2016 - 07.2016
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
Line Cook
Olive Garden
04.2013 - 01.2016
- 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.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Boosted employee morale through positive attitude, willingness to assist others when needed.
Sous Chef/Manager
South Street Bar & Grill
10.2012 - 03.2013
- Company Overview: Small-scale, Five-star restaurant with menu design by Amariss Jones
- Small-scale, Five-star restaurant with menu design by Amariss Jones
Line Cook
Balans
05.2012 - 10.2012
- 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.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Education
No Degree - Culinary Arts Training
NYC Department of Health And Mental Hygiene
New York, NY01-2018
No Degree - Food Handler's License
The Fortune Sicuety
Queens, NY01-2018
Skills
- Highly motivated
- Kitchen leadership
- Food safety and sanitation
- Professional attitude
- Food quality
- Safety management
- Employee motivation
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Product presentation
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Food plating and presentation
- Food handler certification
Timeline
Key Hourly, Neighborhood Expert
Applebees
05.2024 - 10.2024
Cook
C.R.M
05.2023 - 05.2024
Assistant floor Manger
Eastern Freight Forwarders
11.2021 - 07.2022
Package Handler
FedEx
11.2020 - 11.2021
Line Cook
Brooklyn Cider House
08.2019 - 03.2020
Line Cook
Inside Park
05.2019 - 10.2019
Line Cook
Sodexo Culinary Services
11.2018 - 01.2019
Culinary Fellow
Bloomberg L.P.
08.2018 - 01.2019
Line cook
Applebee's
05.2018 - 08.2018
Sautee Chef
Cecconi’s
06.2017 - 09.2017
Grill & Griddle Master
5 Napkins
10.2016 - 05.2017
Head Sautee Chef
McCormick & Shmicks
01.2016 - 07.2016
Line Cook
Olive Garden
04.2013 - 01.2016
Sous Chef/Manager
South Street Bar & Grill
10.2012 - 03.2013
Line Cook
Balans
05.2012 - 10.2012
No Degree - Culinary Arts Training
NYC Department of Health And Mental Hygiene
No Degree - Food Handler's License
The Fortune Sicuety
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