Mikal Dealtonaga
Marysville,CA
Summary
Seasoned Lead Line Cook with a proven track record at Red Robin Burgers & Brews, excelling in food safety and kitchen organization. Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork, achieving near-perfect customer satisfaction. Skilled in menu development and training management, ensuring high-quality food presentation and efficient service.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Line Cook
Red Robin Burgers & Brews
06.2023 - Current
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, fostering camaraderie and a strong sense of teamwork.
- Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
- Trained junior cooks on proper cooking techniques, safety protocols, and kitchen etiquette, promoting a positive work environment.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Line Cook
Midtown Grill
02.2023 - 06.2023
- 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.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
Unarmed Security Guard
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sacramento
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
- Assisted visitors and customers to provide directions, answer questions and meet requests.
- Verified each individual's right to enter restricted areas and denied access to unauthorized persons.
- Improved overall safety by enforcing company policies and regulations among employees and visitors alike.
- Completed detailed incident reports to provide accurate documentation of security events for future reference.
Bartender
Sports City Grill
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Yuba City High School
Yuba City, CA06.2013
Skills
- Food safety knowledge
- Food assembly
- Grilling Techniques
- Menu Planning
- Cooking techniques
- Food Safety
- Menu development
- Quality Control
- Training Management
- Food Preparation
- Kitchen Organization
- Sanitation Practices
- Food presentation
- Safe Food Handling
Timeline
Lead Line Cook
Red Robin Burgers & Brews
06.2023 - Current
Line Cook
Midtown Grill
02.2023 - 06.2023
Unarmed Security Guard
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sacramento
09.2022 - 01.2023
Bartender
Sports City Grill
07.2021 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Yuba City High School
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