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Melissa Beaudion

Chicago,IL

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Superdawg, excelling in food preparation and kitchen sanitation. Proven ability to maintain equipment and ensure recipe compliance while fostering a collaborative team environment. Recognized for effectively managing inventory and delivering exceptional customer service, contributing to a positive dining experience.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Cook

Superdawg
Chicago, IL
08.2023 - 05.2025
  • Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
  • Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
  • Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
  • Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
  • Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
  • Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
  • Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
  • Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment ensuring proper functioning order.
  • Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
  • Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.

Line Cook

Big And Little Restaurant
Chicago, IL
03.2020 - 07.2023
  • Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
  • Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
  • Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
  • Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
  • Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
  • Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
  • Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
  • Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment ensuring proper functioning order.
  • Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
  • Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
  • Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
  • Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
  • Responded quickly to any customer complaints or concerns about their dining experience.
  • Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.

Assistant Manager

Einstein Bagels
Chicago, IL
07.2013 - 02.2020
  • Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
  • Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
  • Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
  • Communicated regularly with customers to gain insights into their needs.
  • Collaborated with management on developing strategic plans for achieving business goals.
  • Established processes for monitoring customer satisfaction levels.
  • Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
  • Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.

Assistant Manager

Sugar Hill Bakery
Chicago, IL
09.2011 - 07.2013
  • Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
  • Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
  • Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
  • Communicated regularly with customers to gain insights into their needs.
  • Collaborated with management on developing strategic plans for achieving business goals.
  • Established processes for monitoring customer satisfaction levels.
  • Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations.
  • Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
  • Developed a system for tracking inventory and ordering supplies as needed.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.

Education

Pastry Chef - Pastry

Illinois Institute of The Arts Culinary
Chicago, IL
10-2006

High School Diploma -

West Town Academy
Chicago, IL
06-2005

Skills

  • Equipment maintenance
  • Food preparation
  • Knife skills
  • Recipe compliance
  • Kitchen sanitation
  • Inventory management

Timeline

Line Cook

Superdawg
08.2023 - 05.2025

Line Cook

Big And Little Restaurant
03.2020 - 07.2023

Assistant Manager

Einstein Bagels
07.2013 - 02.2020

Assistant Manager

Sugar Hill Bakery
09.2011 - 07.2013

Pastry Chef - Pastry

Illinois Institute of The Arts Culinary

High School Diploma -

West Town Academy