Michael Lightsey
Renton ,WA
Summary
Creative cook with extensive experience in high-volume restaurant environments. Outstanding management skills with strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices. Efficient and committed to delivering excellent customer service.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook/Associate
Compass Group
01.2020 - 03.2023
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Line Cook
Ovation Catering
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
- Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Line Cook
Applebee's
04.2018 - 12.2018
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Line Cook
Red Robin
04.2015 - 01.2017
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Verified proper portion sizes to consistently attain high food quality standards.
Kitchen Manager
North Point Bar And Grill
03.2008 - 02.2015
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Monitored and adjusted pricing, discounts and promotions to maximize profitability.
- Calculated prices of ingredients to monitor food costs and control expenses.
- Designed and maintained menus to offer variety of high quality and consistency of dishes.
- Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
- Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust purchasing decisions accordingly.
- Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
- Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
- Coordinated with catering staff to deliver food services for special events and functions.
Education
Diploma -
Inkster High School
Inkster, Michigan 06.1997
Skills
- Sauce Preparation
- Equipment Cleaning and Maintenance
- Team Coordination
- Anticipating Problems
- Chef Assistance
- Food Presentation Talent
- Grill Operation
- Food Safety Standards
Timeline
Line Cook/Associate
Compass Group
01.2020 - 03.2023
Line Cook
Ovation Catering
01.2019 - 12.2019
Line Cook
Applebee's
04.2018 - 12.2018
Line Cook
Red Robin
04.2015 - 01.2017
Kitchen Manager
North Point Bar And Grill
03.2008 - 02.2015
Diploma -
Inkster High School