Michael Bledsoe
Georgetown,TX
Summary
Enthusiastic chef eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of food safety and training in culinary. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in plating . Reliable employee seeking cook position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Brotherton's Black Iron BBQ
Pflugerville, TX
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
- Oversaw grill, stove and oven and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Verified compliance in preparation of menu items and customer special requests.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action and performance reviews.
- Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment
Chef/Assistant Manager
Rocksprings Mental Health Hospital
Georgetown, TX
02.2021 - 04.2022
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies and forecast future needs.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
- Reduced financial discrepancies by monitoring credit card sales and deposits.
- Reduced corporate costs by 10% developing and implementing improved merchandising, receiving and maintenance procedures.
HVAC Installer
Radiant Heating And Plumbing
Austin, TX
04.2015 - 08.2016
- Removed old equipment from customers' homes and cleaned up areas to prepare for new installations.
- Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
- Connected heating or air conditioning equipment to water, fuel or refrigerant sources to form complete circuits.
- Utilized pressure gauges and soap-and-water solutions to test pipe and tubing joints for leaks.
- Increased longevity of HVAC systems by performing preventive maintenance.
- Maintained environmental conditions by rebuilding and replacing faulty components.
- Discussed heating and cooling system malfunctions with customers to isolate problems and verify corrected malfunctions.
- Installed bypass dampers, low voltage wiring, smoke detectors, split systems and package units in over 30 commercial or residential buildings per 5 years.
- Tested automatic, programmable and wireless thermostats in residential or commercial buildings to decrease energy usage 60%.
- Used fluke meters and measuring and testing instruments to troubleshoot breakdowns, perform preventive maintenance and repair malfunctioning HVAC systems and components.
- Installed components to improve HVAC system performance.
- Consulted with customers to trace malfunctions and identify root causes, completing speedy repairs to return full performance levels.
- Completed thorough inspections of supporting electrical systems to assess continuity and locate faults.
- Optimized performance by balancing systems and calibrating controls.
- Laid out and installed electrical connections and controls as part of split systems.
- Repaired, replaced and serviced both residential and commercial HVAC equipment, components and wiring.
- Repaired or replaced defective equipment, components or wiring.
- Installed HVAC system expansions, discharge valves, air ducts, dampers and stokers.
- Worked on both home and business units for maintenance, repairs and new installations.
- Installed, connected and adjusted thermostats, humidistats and timers for optimal performance.
- Used pressure gauges and soap-and-water solution to test connections for leaks.
- Complied with applicable standards, policies and procedures.
- Used technical skills, tools and techniques like soldering to repair parts.
- Worked in strict compliance with applicable OSHA regulations and safety requirements.
- Connected heating or air conditioning equipment to fuel, water or refrigerant source to form complete circuit.
- Kept selection of supplies on hand to handle common requirements efficiently.
- Removed malfunctioning parts and replaced with new components or refurbished pieces to return full functionality.
- Used electrical testing equipment to assess electrical circuits and components for continuity.
- Tested and repaired condensers, heat exchangers, cooling towers, steam and gas turbines.
- Communicated effectively with clients to identify problems and verify repairs corrected malfunctions.
- Laid out electrical wiring to connect controls and equipment, adhering closely to wiring diagrams.
- Tested electrical circuits or components for continuity using electrical test equipment.
- Selected correct motors, thermostats and other components to replace defective parts.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Austin, TX08.2016
Certified Ac Technician - Certified Ac Technician
Central Texas Ac And Refrigeration School
Austin, TX04.2015
Skills
- Quality Assessments
- Supply Estimates
- Staff Supervision and Coordination
- Vendor Relationships
- Quality Control and Oversight
- Cleaning and Sanitation
- Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
- Special Events and Catering
- Standards Compliance
- Handling Plates
- Ingredient Preparation
- Kitchen Sanitization
- Banquets and Catering
- Counter Sanitization
- Chef Support
- Proper Storage Procedures
- Sandwich Artistry
- Contamination Prevention
- Guest Satisfaction
- Machinery Upkeep
- Food Preparation Techniques
- Temperature Monitoring
- High-Volume Environments
- Cooking and Baking
- Waste Control
- Reading Comprehension
- Servsafe Certified
- Hospitality Service
- Resolving Complaints
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Preservation Methods
- Inventory Role
Timeline
Chef
Brotherton's Black Iron BBQ
04.2022 - 07.2022
Chef/Assistant Manager
Rocksprings Mental Health Hospital
02.2021 - 04.2022
HVAC Installer
Radiant Heating And Plumbing
04.2015 - 08.2016
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Certified Ac Technician - Certified Ac Technician
Central Texas Ac And Refrigeration School
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