Michael Wallace
Trenton,NJ
Summary
Proven Shift Manager and Line Cook at Slacks Hoagie Shack, adept in food preparation and kitchen safety, demonstrated by ServSafe Certification since 2023. Excelled in team collaboration and inventory oversight, significantly enhancing kitchen efficiency. Skilled in grilling and sanitation, committed to health code compliance and allergen awareness, ensuring high customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Hardworking and enthusiastic Cook trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success.
Flexible Cook willing to work weekends, holidays and evenings. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments in team setting. Background in maintaining kitchen sanitation, preparing basic components of dishes and working within team of cooks.
Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development.
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.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Manager and Line Cook
Slacks Hoagie Shack
04.2015 - Current
- Handled escalated customer issues effectively, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills while upholding company values and standards.
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job responsibilities, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
- Improved overall team performance by effectively delegating tasks and providing clear instructions.
- Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.
- Monitored inventory levels closely, maintaining optimal stock availability while minimizing waste and costs.
- 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.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
Line Cook
Pete & Johns Pizza
06.2005 - 12.2014
- 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 food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- 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.
- Increased kitchen productivity by keeping tools organized for easy access when needed.
Line Cook
Fridays
12.1997 - 06.2005
- 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.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- 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.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
Line Cook
Chili's Restaurant
03.1996 - 03.1997
- 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.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- 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.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hamilton West-Watson
Hamilton, NJ06.1994
Skills
- ServSafe Certified since 2023
- Hard working and reliable worker
- Willing to work all shifts and whenever needed
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food Preparation
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Frying
- Knife Skills
- Sanitation
- Supply Restocking
- Food presentation
- Grilling
- Food Waste Reduction
- Cleanliness standards
- Allergen awareness
- Kitchen Safety
- Team Collaboration
- Sanitation and Sterilization Procedures
- Inventory Oversight
- Punctual and Reliable
- Dishwashing
- Safe Chemical Handling
- Health Code Compliance
Timeline
Shift Manager and Line Cook
Slacks Hoagie Shack
04.2015 - Current
Line Cook
Pete & Johns Pizza
06.2005 - 12.2014
Line Cook
Fridays
12.1997 - 06.2005
Line Cook
Chili's Restaurant
03.1996 - 03.1997
High School Diploma -
Hamilton West-Watson