Miguel Palmer
Lancaster
Summary
Dedicated Fry Cook with skills in food preparation and safety compliance. Maintains clean, organized workstations while operating kitchen equipment efficiently. Committed to enhancing team morale and ensuring customer satisfaction through effective communication and collaboration.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Fry Cook
Texas Roadhouse
Lancaster, OH
02.2026 - Current
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes and standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to ensure food safety compliance.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, minimizing downtime during peak hours.
- Operated large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers or griddles.
- Operated fryers and grills by pouring oil and placing food items on surface to fry.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Cleaned and maintained fryers and grills to keep appliances in working condition.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Read food order slips or received verbal instructions to properly prepare and cook food.
- Boosted team morale, fostering positive and productive kitchen atmosphere.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils and equipment.
Food Runner
Texas Roadhouse
Lancaster, OH
10.2025 - 02.2026
- Delivered food promptly to tables, ensuring accurate orders and optimal guest satisfaction.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain efficient workflow during peak service hours.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness of dining area, enhancing overall guest experience.
- Communicated effectively with servers to streamline order delivery and minimize wait times.
- Monitored stock levels of condiments and supplies, facilitating timely replenishment as needed.
- Supported team members during busy shifts to ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally during peak hours or unexpected rushes at the restaurant.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritizing duties effectively for maximum productivity.
- Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
- Collaborated with the kitchen staff to ensure accuracy of orders, minimizing order errors and complaints.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly delivering food orders to tables and maintaining communication with kitchen staff.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere for patrons.
- Assisted servers in attending to guests'' needs, ensuring a smooth service flow during peak hours.
- Reduced wait times by efficiently transporting completed orders from the kitchen to the appropriate tables.
- Adhered strictly to food safety guidelines while handling and transporting food items, protecting both guests and employees from potential health risks.
- Acted as a liaison between the kitchen, serving staff, and guests, ensuring clear communication for efficient service delivery.
- Received positive feedback from both guests and management for exceptional work performance and dedication to customer satisfaction.
- Promoted teamwork among front-of-house and back-of-house staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Supported efficient restaurant operations by consistently restocking supplies as needed throughout shifts.
- Provided exceptional customer service by attentively listening to guests'' concerns and addressing them accordingly.
- Monitored dining area to anticipate customer needs, enhancing overall dining experience.
- Maintained positive and professional demeanor under pressure, contributing to pleasant dining environment.
Busser
Texas Roadhouse
Lancaster, OH
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area to enhance guest experience.
- Assisted servers in delivering food and beverages efficiently during peak hours.
- Removed used dishes and utensils promptly to ensure smooth table turnover.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to restock supplies and maintain inventory levels.
- Supported team members by addressing customer requests and inquiries effectively.
- Set up and arranged dining tables according to restaurant standards for optimal service.
- Monitored dining areas for cleanliness, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Adapted quickly to fast-paced environment, demonstrating flexibility during busy shifts.
- Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
- Completed side work duties, ensuring that all necessary supplies were stocked for shift success.
- Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
- Trained new staff in bussing and cleaning procedures.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining a clean and organized dining area.
- Maintained high levels of cleanliness throughout shifts, contributing to overall restaurant presentation.
- Reduced wait times for tables by quickly clearing and resetting them after guests departed.
- Organized and cleaned assigned sections by sanitizing and cleaning table, counter, and kitchen surfaces.
- Collaborated with fellow bussers and servers to create an efficient flow during peak hours.
- Anticipated server needs, proactively refilling water glasses and removing empty plates from tables.
- Assisted servers in providing efficient service for improved guest experiences.
- Developed excellent relationships with managers and fellow team members to support team success and positive work environment.
- Supported team members with additional tasks, promoting a positive work environment.
- Helped manage operations of restaurants by cleaning up spills and other messes quickly to minimize hazards.
- Worked well in diverse team settings by partnering with others to complete tasks.
- Refilled drinks and provided extra napkins and silverware to go extra mile in serving customers.
- Demonstrated attention to detail when setting tables according to restaurant standards.
- Delivered smooth and timely service to customers by offering additional silverware, extra napkins, and cleaning spills.
- Displayed excellent time management skills while balancing multiple tasks simultaneously.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lancaster High School
Lancaster, OHSkills
- Reliability and punctuality
- Strong attention to detail
- Efficient multitasking
- Food presentation
- Supply restocking
- Adaptable to change
- Ingredients measuring
- Food safety compliance
- Surface sanitation
- Proper food handling
- Food preparation
- Supply management
Timeline
Fry Cook
Texas Roadhouse
02.2026 - Current
Food Runner
Texas Roadhouse
10.2025 - 02.2026
Busser
Texas Roadhouse
07.2025 - 08.2025
High School Diploma -
Lancaster High School