Max Singer
Jamaica Plain,MA
Summary
Detail-oriented Assistant Cook skilled in recipe execution, food safety, and kitchen organization. Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and effective inventory management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Assistant Cook
Nurtury Learning Lab
Jamaica Plain , MA
07.2022 - 03.2026
- Prepared nutritious meals following Nurtury Learning Lab's dietary guidelines.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes, standards, and dietary guidelines.
- Collaborated with lead cooks on food preparation and cooking tasks to maintain meal quality.
- Chopped vegetables and ground meats to support efficient food preparation.
- Monitored temperatures of ovens and other cooking equipment during meal preparation.
- Ensured proper food storage and handling practices were followed.
- Maintained sanitation in the kitchen by adhering to health regulations.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment.
- Monitored inventory levels and communicated shortages to ensure timely restocking.
- Placed orders for supplies and food inventory items with vendors to restock pantry and refrigerator.
- Participated in kitchen meetings to discuss menu changes and improvements.
- Transported prepared foods from kitchen to serving area using appropriate transport containers and utensils.
Kitchen Porter
Ramsey's Kitchen
Boston, MA
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Supported chefs by washing, peeling, and chopping ingredients, contributing to timely meal service.
- Performed daily cleaning duties, including scrubbing counters, stoves, and ovens, to uphold hygiene standards.
- Ensured cleanliness of kitchen equipment and work areas to support efficient food preparation.
- Cleaned and sanitized work surfaces, equipment, utensils, dishes, and pots.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols at all times.
- Operated dishwashing machines to clean dishes, glasses, utensils.
- Washed and sanitized sinks, trashcans and surfaces to remove excess food waste.
- Ensured that all kitchen tools were properly stored after each shift was completed.
- Organized supplies in the kitchen pantry and storage areas.
- Stocked shelves with dry goods for use by cooks and chefs.
- Executed instructions from the head chef to maintain quality standards.
- Handled glassware, crystal, and other fragile items with exceptional care to prevent breakage.
Dietary Aide
Rogerson House
Jamaica Plain , MA
04.2011 - 07.2021
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas.
- Assisted in menu planning to accommodate dietary restrictions of residents.
- Performed general cleaning duties such as sweeping floors, washing dishes, wiping countertops.
- Set up trays and food service carts to deliver food to residents.
- Monitored food inventory and reported shortages to the kitchen manager.
- Served food and snacks according to planned menu and patients' diet orders.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment and surfaces.
- Treated patients and team members with dignity and respect.
- Followed dietary procedures in accordance with established policies.
- Prepared and served meals according to dietary guidelines.
- Informed supervisor about any changes in patient's dietary needs or preferences.
- Stocked supplies in dining areas as needed.
- Engaged with residents to provide positive and enriching experiences.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Explained food preparation methods and ingredients to enable patrons with food allergies to make educated decisions.
Cafeteria Worker
Brookline Public Schools
Brookline, Massachusetts
01.2017 - 03.2019
- Supported dietary needs by accommodating special menu requests when necessary.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas.
- Adhered to sanitation policies when cleaning work areas.
- Organized and prepared ingredients for batch cooking.
- Followed guidelines for safe serving, appropriate temperatures and proper presentation.
- Upheld correct procedures for preparing foods and storing leftovers.
- Utilized safe and efficient methods for operating equipment.
- Took inventory of supplies and equipment and placed new orders to maintain stock levels.
- Tailored orders to address customer allergies and gluten concerns.
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene standards in food preparation and serving areas.
- Recorded temperatures of food and refrigeration units to comply with health code regulations.
- Provided customer service, addressing diners' queries and feedback with professionalism.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss performance and areas for improvement.
- Prepared and served nutritious meals to students and staff daily.
- Maintained tools, equipment and surfaces in clean, neat and working order.
- Used proper portion sizes when serving meals to customers.
- Adhered to safe and proper storage guidelines for incoming supplies.
- Operated industrial dishwasher to wash glassware and utensils.
- Performed work to top standards, proving best service for students, employees and school visitors.
- Operated cash registers accurately and efficiently to process payments from customers.
- Stocked service stations with ice, napkins and straws.
- Filled and served various beverages for customers.
- Stocked customer service stations with paper products or beverage preparation items.
Education
Associate of Arts - Hospitality Administration And Management
Lynn University
Boca Raton, FL05-2003
Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Recipe execution
- Food safety
- Meal planning
- Culinary presentation
- Inventory management
- Kitchen organization
Certification
serf safe certification
Accomplishments
Employee of month Rogerson House
Timeline
Assistant Cook
Nurtury Learning Lab
07.2022 - 03.2026
Kitchen Porter
Ramsey's Kitchen
01.2022 - 07.2022
Cafeteria Worker
Brookline Public Schools
01.2017 - 03.2019
Dietary Aide
Rogerson House
04.2011 - 07.2021
Associate of Arts - Hospitality Administration And Management
Lynn University