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Nicholas Manalis

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Sal's Downtown, excelling in food presentation and effective prioritization. Proven track record of maximizing customer satisfaction through meticulous food preparation and sanitation practices. Skilled in line management, consistently achieving high-volume output while maintaining quality standards and fostering a collaborative kitchen environment.

Organized individual possessing excellent memorization and communication skills. Proficient in preparing raw food and ingredients. Detail-oriented professional with superior knife skills and strong sense of taste and smell. Handles criticism well and quickly learns from challenges.

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.

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.

Talented Cook with excellent experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with cashiers and kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking with up-to-date food handling permit.

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

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Cook

Denny's Corp
05.2019 - 02.2020
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • 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.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.

Lead Line Cook

Sal's Downtown
09.2016 - 05.2019
  • Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
  • Collaborated with servers to collect information about specific customer desires and dietary needs.
  • Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning, and sanitation protocols.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Handled portion control activities according to specified instructions provided by chef.
  • Unloaded food supplies from distributor trucks to efficiently organize inventory.
  • Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.

Assistant Manager

McDonald's
12.2009 - 04.2011
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to employees.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.

Line Cook

Gator Cafe
01.2004 - 04.2008
  • Collaborated with servers to collect information about specific customer desires and dietary needs.
  • Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
  • Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning, and sanitation protocols.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hamilton County High School
Jasper, FL
06-2009

Skills

  • Food rotation
  • Prep work
  • Portioning
  • Food presentation
  • Ingredient inspection
  • Recipe preparation
  • Foodservice sanitation
  • Line station oversight
  • Kitchen station setup
  • Effective prioritization
  • Line management
  • Food presentation talent

Timeline

Line Cook

Denny's Corp
05.2019 - 02.2020

Lead Line Cook

Sal's Downtown
09.2016 - 05.2019

Assistant Manager

McDonald's
12.2009 - 04.2011

Line Cook

Gator Cafe
01.2004 - 04.2008

High School Diploma -

Hamilton County High School
Nicholas Manalis