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Michael Stewart

Michael Stewart

Norman,OK

Summary

Experienced career cook with a passion for culinary arts and a commitment to excellence. Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in English, demonstrating a dedication to furthering knowledge and honing communication skills. Possesses refined soft skills, enabling effective communication and adaptability in diverse environments. Eager to transition into a professional writing career or any role that involves interpersonal dynamics and relationship-building. A motivated learner with a flexible mindset, ready to leverage culinary expertise and linguistic proficiency to excel in new endeavors

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Line Cook

Good Times Restaurants Inc.
07.2022 - Current
  • Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning, and sanitation protocols.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils and equipment.
  • Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
  • Monitored food temperatures to meet quality and safety standards.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Trained junior cooks on proper cooking techniques, safety protocols, and kitchen etiquette, promoting a positive work environment.
  • Continuously practiced self-evaluation and sought feedback from supervisors to identify areas for improvement, ultimately enhancing overall performance as a lead line cook.
  • Communicated with management on food inventory stock to request order placement.
  • Streamlined communication between front-of-house staff and kitchen team members to minimize errors during order processing.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.

MANAGER/BARISTA

Joe Maxx Coffee Company
01.2017 - 03.2020
  • I started out as a part time barista in Feb
  • 2017
  • My duties starting out included warm and personable customer service, properly following recipes and ratios for food and beverages, opening and closing procedures, daily cleaning/weekly deep cleaning, maintaining machines (espresso machine, grinder, water boilers, POS, ovens and presses.) As a manager, I was responsible for inventory, ordering, team meetings, scheduling, troubleshooting and finding solutions with equipment, promotion ideas, helping analyze and problem solve minor business affairs
  • Was able to rise to manager in a year and helped open a second location in Denver
  • Also managed the small art gallery in the flagship location (9th & Santa Fe).

Sales Associate

Prana
02.2012 - 02.2017
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites
  • Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics
  • Greeted customers, helped in finding requested items and carried merchandise to checkout line
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories and merchandise care.

Barista/Bartender

The Molecule Effect
03.2015 - 01.2017
  • I was hired on part time in March 2015 after Molecule Effect opened in the Santa Fe Art District
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication
  • Basic duties outside drink knowledge and craft included, daily and deep weekly cleaning, personable customer service, closing and opening duties, prep of drink garnishes, alcohol safety certified training, maintaining drink lines (cleaning and disinfecting), maintenance of machines
  • Some experience in social media promotion (mostly in music promotion and some streamlined business promotion)
  • Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.

Ski and Snowboard Instructor

Monarch Ski Area
01.2009 - 04.2011
  • Maintained rescue equipment by conducting inspections and completing basic repairs
  • Observed recreational users to detect safety concerns and prevent ongoing violations
  • Warned patrons of unsafe or hazardous weather conditions and suggested alternative activities during closures.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English

Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH
04.2024

Certified TEFL Teacher - English As A Foreign Language

TEFL Organization of The UK
London, UK
07.2022

Some College (No Degree) - English

Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO
04.2019

HS DIPLOMA -

CHAFFEE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
Buena Vista, CO
01.2012

Skills

  • Self-driven and self-motivated
  • Punctual
  • Strategic planning
  • Excellent use of time management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Culinary expertise
  • High-Volume Production
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Effective Communication
  • Staff Training and Onboarding

Timeline

Lead Line Cook

Good Times Restaurants Inc.
07.2022 - Current

MANAGER/BARISTA

Joe Maxx Coffee Company
01.2017 - 03.2020

Barista/Bartender

The Molecule Effect
03.2015 - 01.2017

Sales Associate

Prana
02.2012 - 02.2017

Ski and Snowboard Instructor

Monarch Ski Area
01.2009 - 04.2011

Bachelor of Arts - English

Southern New Hampshire University

Certified TEFL Teacher - English As A Foreign Language

TEFL Organization of The UK

Some College (No Degree) - English

Metropolitan State University of Denver

HS DIPLOMA -

CHAFFEE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

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