Michael GILL
Los Angeles
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Intercontinental Hotel, excelling in food preparation and team collaboration. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through high-quality dish presentation and effective multitasking. Skilled in food handling and time management, significantly reducing waste while maintaining a clean, efficient kitchen environment.
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.
Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation, and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook 1
Intercontinental Hotel
03.2023 - Current
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
Line Cook
Legends Hospitality
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using various kitchen equipment safely for efficient food preparation.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
Manager
B&R Burgers
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.
Education
Cert of Completion - Culinary Arts
LA Hospitality Education Center
Inglewood, CA03-2023
ServSafe Certification - Culinary
ServeSafe
Los Angeles, CA12-2022
80hr Custodial Fundamental Course - Maintenance And Operations
LAUSD
Los Angeles, CA06-2016
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Problem-solving
- Food handling
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Food preparation
- Food plating and presentation
- Grilling
Timeline
Cook 1
Intercontinental Hotel
03.2023 - Current
Line Cook
Legends Hospitality
01.2022 - 03.2023
Manager
B&R Burgers
05.2019 - 05.2020
Cert of Completion - Culinary Arts
LA Hospitality Education Center
ServSafe Certification - Culinary
ServeSafe
80hr Custodial Fundamental Course - Maintenance And Operations
LAUSD