Nathalie Haynes
Ferndale
Summary
Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2010
2010
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Line Cook
Adachi
Birmingham
06.2022 - 02.2026
- Prepared and cooked high-quality dishes following restaurant recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations during service.
- Assisted in inventory management and stock rotation for freshness.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
- Supported senior chefs by training new kitchen staff on procedures, cooking techniques and safety protocols
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Prepared diverse menu items using fresh, seasonal ingredients.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
Line Cook
Zao Zun
Bloomfield
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Prepared and cooked high-quality dishes following restaurant recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations during service.
- Assisted in inventory management and stock rotation for freshness.
- Supported senior chefs by training new kitchen staff on procedures.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Responded quickly to any customer complaints or concerns about their dining experience.
- Tracked inventory levels of all products used in the kitchen on a daily basis.
Prep Cook
Zao Zun
Bloomfield
03.2021 - 06.2023
- Prepared ingredients following health and safety standards for daily meal service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
- Assisted chefs in cooking and plating dishes during peak service hours.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocked supplies as needed throughout shifts.
- Followed recipes precisely to create consistent flavors and presentations.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff to coordinate tasks during busy periods.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
- Helped train and develop new talent.
Education
Mills E Godwin
Richmond, VirginiaSkills
- Food preparation
- Multitasking
- Training team members
- Quality control
- Communication skills
- Menu development
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Training new team mem
Timeline
Line Cook
Adachi
06.2022 - 02.2026
Line Cook
Zao Zun
06.2022 - 06.2023
Prep Cook
Zao Zun
03.2021 - 06.2023
Mills E Godwin