Mytra F. Crochran
New York,NY
Summary
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.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Restaurant Associates / Viacom
New York, NY
01.2018 - Current
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Transitioned between breakfast and lunch service.
- Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
- Maintained central standardized recipe and ingredient repository with nutritional and cost information.
- Ability to identify problems, gather data and draw appropriate conclusions. In depth knowledge of HACCP requirements and USDA regulations.
Grill Cook
Restaurant Associates / CUNY
New York, NY
01.2014 - 12.2018
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment regularly.
- Cooked regular menu items and seasonal offerings according to corporate standards and guidelines.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry and fish for frying purposes.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Distributed food to team members with efficiency in high-volume environment.
- Handled portion control activities according to specified instructions provided by chef.
- Prepared food for outside companies such as Harper Collins & Pinterest.
Catering Cook
Sodexo / Merrill Lynch / Bank Of America
New York, NY
01.1996 - 12.2014
- Promoted excellence in food quality and presentation for kitchen staff.
- Offered tasty options for people following vegetarian, gluten-free and allergy-sensitive diets.
- Followed and adjusted recipes to create healthy, flavorful meals and maximize customer satisfaction.
- Ordered ingredients and cooking supplies needed to prepare food for corporate clients.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
- Assisted with preperation for cocktail events featuring seasonal housemade Hor D'ouvres.
Skills
- Recipes and menu planning
- Food spoilage prevention
- Food plating and presentation
- Institutional and batch cooking
- Food preparation and safety
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Hospitality service expertise
- Extensive catering background
- Hospitality and service industry background
Timeline
Cook
Restaurant Associates / Viacom
01.2018 - Current
Grill Cook
Restaurant Associates / CUNY
01.2014 - 12.2018
Catering Cook
Sodexo / Merrill Lynch / Bank Of America
01.1996 - 12.2014
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