Mikayla Gallagher
Brooklyn
Summary
Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized, and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook/Prep Cook
REGULAR
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Assisted with delivery order
- Mananged multiple orders simultaneously during peek hours,maintaining efficiency * timeliness
Kitchen Supervisor
Bright Side
09.2022 - 04.2024
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
- Monitored food inventory and supplies to prevent waste.
- Trained new hires in food handling and safety protocols to boost knowledge and performance.
- Planned routine upkeep of kitchen equipment and facilities for safe and efficient operations.
- Followed recipes accurately to maintain consistently flavor profiles and presentation standards.
Garde Manger
Flex Mussels
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Determined food organization and presentation, establishing decorative food displays and directing staff in proper orientation.
- Monitored quality of raw and cooked food products to uphold health code standards.
- Responded to and managed guest concerns and complaints, establishing direct connections with customers and resolving conflicts when necessary.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
Painter
Rooney's Painting
11.2018 - 07.2019
- Painted surfaces using brushes and paint rollers.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
- Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
- Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
- Protected surfaces from damage and spills by using drop cloths prior to and during painting.
- Conducted final work check to assess quality and make corrections if necessary.
Education
SouthFork High School
Stuart, FLSkills
- Food rotation
- Recipe preparation
- Prep work
- Portioning
- Food presentation
- Food spoilage prevention
- Salad preparation
- Active listener
- Food plating
- Food preparation
- Knife skills
- Kitchen Santization
- Dish preparation
- Appetizer preparation
- Attention to detail
- Inventory management
- Crew training
- Food safety
Timeline
Line Cook/Prep Cook
REGULAR
05.2024 - 09.2024
Kitchen Supervisor
Bright Side
09.2022 - 04.2024
Garde Manger
Flex Mussels
10.2021 - 08.2022
Painter
Rooney's Painting
11.2018 - 07.2019
SouthFork High School
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