Michael Clouser
Sous Chef
Terre Haute,IN
Summary
Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Terre Haute Casino Resort
04.2024 - Current
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
Lead Cook- Vigo County Security Center
Tigg's Canteen Services
05.2023 - Current
- Supervise a team of up to 17 inmates in execution of kitchen tasks.
- Reduce food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels..
- Enhance kitchen efficiency by streamlining cooking processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Oversee proper storage procedures for perishable items, ensuring freshness and minimizing spoilage risks.
- Consistently meet or exceed health code standards by enforcing strict sanitation practices throughout kitchen area.
Line Cook
Federal Coffee + Fine Foods
12.2021 - 04.2023
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Sauté Line Cook
J. Fords Black Angus
03.2019 - 11.2021
- Sauteed and seasoned meats, pastas and vegetables to customer taste preference.
- Maintained neat appearance and clean uniform to project professionalism to customers.
- Covered, dated, rotated and properly stored food items to preserve quality and freshness.
- Performed thorough quality checks of food plating and presentation.
- Set up and maintained saute station to facilitate kitchen operations.
- Notified kitchen manager of shortages to maintain inventory.
Line Cook
Cosmo's
04.2017 - 11.2018
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Photographer's Assistant
Self-employeed
10.2006 - 11.2018
- Determined and adjusted subject position, props and lighting equipment while selecting camera angles to optimize final product.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Completed complex photo shoots at indoor and outdoor venues.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops and lighting.
- Performed advanced computer processing of images for assignments.
Education
Technical Certificate - Informatics
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Terre Haute, IN10.2024
No Degree - Photography
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TXHigh School Diploma -
Terre Haute North Vigo High School
Terre Haute, IN05.1995
Skills
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- Food Preparation
- Special Event Cooking
- Cooking Method Accuracy
- Ingredient Preparation
- Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
- Professional Attitude
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Sous Chef
Terre Haute Casino Resort
04.2024 - Current
Lead Cook- Vigo County Security Center
Tigg's Canteen Services
05.2023 - Current
Line Cook
Federal Coffee + Fine Foods
12.2021 - 04.2023
Sauté Line Cook
J. Fords Black Angus
03.2019 - 11.2021
Line Cook
Cosmo's
04.2017 - 11.2018
Photographer's Assistant
Self-employeed
10.2006 - 11.2018
Technical Certificate - Informatics
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
No Degree - Photography
The University of Texas At Arlington
High School Diploma -
Terre Haute North Vigo High School
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