Michael Sowa
Hollywood,US
Summary
Detailed professional offering 10 years of experience in food service. Demonstrated proficiency in preparing and serving appetizing and delicious food compliant with predefined portion control procedures. Well- versed with protocols for safe and sanitary preparation of food items.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
World Of Beer Bar And Kitchen
02.2023 - 05.2024
- Started as a line cook and quickly ascended to KM after long hours and attention to detail.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing staff scheduling.
- Implemented innovative menu items that reflected current culinary trends, increasing both customer interest and repeat business.
- Fostered a collaborative working environment among diverse teams of chefs, line cooks, prep cooks, dishwashers, and other support staff.
Line Cook
Chili's
03.2022 - 01.2023
- Full knowledge of entire line to assist areas as required
- Prepare orders in a fast paced environment
- Knowledge and performance of all opening and closing procedures
- Set up area assigned to open and restock as needed
Prep Cook
Tijuana Flats
08.2016 - 03.2022
- Food inspection
- Teamwork
- Quick-learning
- Inspected and cleaned food preparation areas to ensure safe and sanitary food handling practices
- Prepared meats, poultry and fish for dish assembly and serving by slicing and cooking ingredient items such as to prepare for the cooks to prepare
- Cleaned the grills, griddles, ovens, and fryers to sanitize the kitchen surfaces and equipment
- Received ingredients and placed items on appropriate shelves to stock and organize the restaurant pantry and walk-in
Cashier
SP+ Parking
06.2013 - 08.2015
- Organized and reported financial data in order to keep track of payment histories and aid in sound financial accounting
- Counted cash in the register drawer to keep the register balanced at the start and end of each shift
- Efficiently and accurately processed a large number of transactions.
Education
GED -
Cooper City High School
Cooper City, FL2006
Skills
- Food inspection
- Food processing
- Efficient multitasking
- Food spoilage prevention
- Teamwork
- Quick-learning
- Kitchen standards
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
World Of Beer Bar And Kitchen
02.2023 - 05.2024
Line Cook
Chili's
03.2022 - 01.2023
Prep Cook
Tijuana Flats
08.2016 - 03.2022
Cashier
SP+ Parking
06.2013 - 08.2015
GED -
Cooper City High School
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