Mason Taylor
Stanardsville,VA
Summary
Accomplished cook with expertise in food handling and multitasking, honed at Lydia Mountain Lodge & Log Cabins. Enhanced guest satisfaction by adapting recipes and managing inventory, ensuring seamless service. Demonstrated strong organizational skills and sanitation practices, leading to a high customer satisfaction rate. Proven ability to efficiently prepare meals under pressure while maintaining quality.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Lydia Mountain Lodge & Log Cabins
Stanardsville, VA
03.2024 - 12.2025
- Prepared breakfast, lunch, and dinner items for lodge guests with consistent quality and presentation.
- Followed food safety and sanitation standards to maintain clean, compliant kitchen operations.
- Managed ingredient prep, portioning, and station readiness to support efficient meal service.
- Coordinated meal timing with hospitality staff to deliver timely service for cabin and lodge guests.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocked supplies to prevent service delays and shortages.
- Adapted recipes and menu items to accommodate guest preferences and dietary restrictions.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, work surfaces, and storage areas to uphold organization and safety.
- Supported daily kitchen workflow by assisting with setup, cooking, and closing procedures.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Dishwasher
Lydia Mountain Lodge & Log Cabins
Stanardsville, VA
06.2023 - 12.2025
- Cleaned dishes, utensils, and cookware using commercial dishwashing equipment
- Sanitized dish room surfaces and maintained back-of-house cleanliness standards
- Sorted dirty serviceware and organized clean items for efficient kitchen workflow
- Assisted kitchen staff with trash removal and supply restocking
Dishwasher
InWood Restaurant
Stanardshille
04.2019 - 10.2021
Education
High School Diploma -
Wmhs
Stanardsville, VA2019
Skills
Cooking
Cleaning and organization
Food handling
Multitasking and organization
Sanitation
Inventory management
Timeline
Cook
Lydia Mountain Lodge & Log Cabins
03.2024 - 12.2025
Dishwasher
Lydia Mountain Lodge & Log Cabins
06.2023 - 12.2025
Dishwasher
InWood Restaurant
04.2019 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Wmhs