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Michael Tate

Milton,FL

Summary

With a proven track record at Ollies Neighborhood Grill, I excel in fast-paced environments, showcasing my strong multitasking abilities and attention to detail. My experience spans food preparation to customer service, highlighted by a 100% accuracy rate in order execution. Skilled in kitchen sanitation and team coordination, I bring both hard and soft skills to elevate culinary operations.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Cook

Ollies Neighborhood Grill
08.2023 - 01.2024
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.

Line Cook

McDonald's
04.2023 - 07.2023
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.

Stocker

Food Outlet
09.2022 - 07.2023
  • Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
  • Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
  • Greeted customers and directed to requested products.

Screen Cleaner

Republic Services
02.2021 - 11.2021
  • Educated clients on best practices for maintaining clean screens, promoting long-term care and maintenance solutions.
  • Provided ongoing support to clients post-cleaning, addressing any questions or concerns that arose and offering recommendations for maintaining optimal screen cleanliness.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication about their specific screen cleaning needs and preferences.
  • Maintained a visually appealing environment for customers by efficiently cleaning screens of various sizes and types.

Got promoted to line lead so I also got valuable experience in management while being understaffed

Server

Dennys Restaurant
08.2020 - 02.2021
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.

Server

The Chicken Coop
03.2020 - 08.2020
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.

Dishwasher

Texas Roadhouse
07.2019 - 11.2019
  • Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
  • Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
  • Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
  • Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
  • Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
  • Completed additional cleaning tasks within the kitchen area, contributing to an overall sanitary work environment.
  • Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
  • Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
  • Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.

Landscaping Crew Member

Self Employed
03.2014 - 07.2019
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Adapted quickly to changing weather conditions while maintaining productivity levels in challenging environments.
  • Developed expertise in operating various landscaping tools such as mowers, trimmers, blowers efficiently ensuring the safety of self and others.

Education

High School Diploma - Manufacturing

Milton High School
Milton, FL
06.2019

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Highly motivated
  • Time Management
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Professional Attitude
  • Customer Service
  • Reliable and Trustworthy
  • Active listener
  • Food Preparation
  • Problem-Solving
  • Food safety knowledge
  • Team Coordination
  • Food Safety
  • Cleanliness standards
  • Kitchen Sanitization
  • Knife Skills
  • Kitchen Station Setup
  • Kitchen Sanitation
  • Following cooking methods
  • Deep Fryer Operation
  • Kitchen Organization
  • Quality Control
  • Kitchen Operations
  • Line Management
  • Grilling Techniques
  • Ingredient Preparation
  • Workload Management
  • Food Safety Standards
  • Server Communication
  • Meat Cutting
  • Frying techniques
  • Food presentation
  • Food Allergen Safety
  • Inventory Management
  • Prepared Foods Plating
  • Food Storage
  • Portion Control
  • Food Storage Procedures
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Stock Rotation
  • Crew training
  • Menu Item Memorization
  • Portioning
  • Back of House Operations
  • Kitchen Equipment Management
  • Ingredients measuring
  • Allergen awareness
  • Line station oversight
  • Food rotation
  • Portion Management
  • Recipe Adherence
  • Ingredient inspection
  • Plating techniques
  • Recipe Adaptation
  • Food presentation talent
  • Ingredient Stocking
  • Sauce making
  • Entree Preparation
  • Appetizer Preparation
  • Food spoilage prevention
  • Garnishing
  • Menu Planning
  • Supply Management
  • Head Chef Collaboration
  • Sauce preparation
  • Roasting Techniques
  • Ingredient substitution
  • Sautéing Techniques
  • Stock making
  • Recipe creation
  • Vendor liaison
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Food Preparing, Plating, and Presentation
  • Safe Food Handling

Timeline

Line Cook

Ollies Neighborhood Grill
08.2023 - 01.2024

Line Cook

McDonald's
04.2023 - 07.2023

Stocker

Food Outlet
09.2022 - 07.2023

Screen Cleaner

Republic Services
02.2021 - 11.2021

Server

Dennys Restaurant
08.2020 - 02.2021

Server

The Chicken Coop
03.2020 - 08.2020

Dishwasher

Texas Roadhouse
07.2019 - 11.2019

Landscaping Crew Member

Self Employed
03.2014 - 07.2019

High School Diploma - Manufacturing

Milton High School
Michael Tate