Mark Littleton
Houston,TX
Summary
Dedicated culinary professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
OTG Management JFK Airport
2023.06 - Current
- Produced innovative menu offerings to promote company awareness and customer satisfaction.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to obtain quality recipe ingredients while adhering to company budgets.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to source best ingredients at best prices.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
Delivery Driver
DoorDash
2023.01 - Current
- Boosted overall efficiency by effectively managing multiple tasks simultaneously, such as loading and unloading vehicles, route planning, and paperwork completion.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Kept detailed records of deliveries and money received from customers.
- Communicated with dispatchers to stay informed of changes to routes and delivery schedules.
Chef/Delivery Driver
Walk-On's Bistreaux & Bar
2018.11 - 2021.08
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Adhered to safe lifting techniques to avoid injuries.
- Followed corporate procedures to maintain company and customer data confidentiality.
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Carried heavy trays, packages and boxes from delivery vehicle to areas designated by customers.
- Obtained stock from dry, refrigerated or frozen storage areas in preparation for packaging and delivery.
- Read maps, followed oral and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Performed walk around on delivery vehicle before beginning shift to verify correct and safe operating order.
- Assisted warehouse staff with tasks during downtime.
Chef
Plucker Wing Bar
2021.09 - 2023.03
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action and performance reviews.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Developed recipes and menus by applying understanding of market demand and culinary trends,
- Collaborated with other personnel to produce and modify menus and selections.
- Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Oversaw grill, stove and oven and cleaned equipment after every shift.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Culinary Institute LeNotre
Houston, TXHigh School Diploma -
Renew Accelerated High School
New Orleans, United States05.2012
Skills
- Knowledge of state roads and highways
- Map reading and navigation skills
- Safe driver training
- Heavy hauling
- Order Picking and Processing
- Logistics Knowledge
- Safety-conscious
- Commercial driving
- Auto delivery
Certification
- CSC - Certified Sous Chef
- Licensed Chauffeur
Timeline
Sous Chef
OTG Management JFK Airport
2023.06 - Current
Delivery Driver
DoorDash
2023.01 - Current
Chef
Plucker Wing Bar
2021.09 - 2023.03
Chef/Delivery Driver
Walk-On's Bistreaux & Bar
2018.11 - 2021.08
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Culinary Institute LeNotre
High School Diploma -
Renew Accelerated High School
- CSC - Certified Sous Chef
- Licensed Chauffeur
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