Dedicated Cook Skilled in meal prep and assuring quality
Products. able to function team-oriented and preform
Well under pressure.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Cook
Holy Redeemer Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
COOK/INVENTORY CLERK
ST MARY'S HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER
11.2017 - 05.2023
Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
Marked stock items with stamps or other labeling equipment.
Kept up-to-date on store, shelf and order availability of products.
Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Removed expired food and beverages from storage and reviewed inventory for upcoming expirations dates.
Worked with chef to prepare daily food specials and other supplies.
Set cafe line and served 100-140 entree at lunch, enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
Adhered to procedures in preparing food items.
Maintained efficiency and flow of kitchen by helping lead cook complete daily tasks.
Lifted and carried heavy materials.
Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
Used manual or electric appliances to clean, peel, slice and trim foods.
Ideas increase sales.
Notify manager invoice shortages mistakes.
PREPCHEF
SUGAR HOUSE CASINO
03.2016 - 08.2016
Trained kitchen staff to perform various prep tasks.
Cleaned kitchen counters, refrigerators and freezers.
Tasked with unloading and unpacking daily fresh ingredient deliveries to learn general operation of kitchen.
Rotated food regularly, removing outdated items for proper disposal.
Check items into inventory and stock goods into proper locations.
Assisted with routine stock rotation to keep ingredients fresh.
Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques.
Seasoned and serve 150 marinated cuts of meat, poultry and fish.
Wiped down counters and mopped up liquid spills to prevent accidents and contamination.
Performed stock rotation and inventory counts to provide list of low-stock kitchen items.
COOK ASSISTANT/PREP COOK/ CATERING
PARKHURST DINNING SERVICES INC
08.2014 - 02.2016
Distributed 60 entree during busy peak periods to drive customer satisfaction.
Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
Maintained efficiency and flow of kitchen by helping lead cook complete daily tasks.
Removed expired food and beverages from storage and reviewed inventory for upcoming expirations dates.
Worked on salads, desserts and meat preparation to increase kitchen speed.
Worked with chef to prepare daily food specials and other supplies.
Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
Maintained high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation.
Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
Used manual or electric appliances to clean, peel, slice and trim foods.
Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
Lifted and carried heavy materials.
Adhered to procedures in preparing food items.
Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
Ideas increase sales.
1ST/2ND COOK
MOSS REHAB EINSTEIN
05.2006 - 07.2014
Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
Mentored staff in expectations and parameters of kitchen goals and daily work.
Transitioned between breakfast and lunch service.
Inspected appliances, commercial fryers and ovens to verify proper working order.
Tasted, smelled and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Prepared 125 trayline orders simultaneously during peak periods maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.