Nicholas Smith
Peoria,AZ
Summary
My name is Nick and I am looking for a part time position as a cook. I have about four years of experience as a cook at various styles of restaurants with various types of menu items. I am looking for a job to help me make money while I am in college, this is why I am looking for a part time position until the summer/winter breaks when I can work more hours. I have always done well as a cook and been an appreciated member of the team at all three of my previous locations. I enjoy baking as a pastime and that combined with my experience makes working in a kitchen a very natural experience for me. I always show up on time and try to do my best with every shift. I do possess a current food handlers certification.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Oregano's
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Kept workspace clean and organized to prevent cross contamination and to cook meals faster.
- Communicated with servers to understand special orders for customers.
- Deep cleaned and restocked kitchen equipment as needed.
- Made sure meals were prepared well, at a good pace, to the recipe, and consistently. Menu items included pastas, salads, sandwiches, pizzas, and other small side items.
- Used fryers, ovens, and gas stoves to prepare meals for guests.
- Managed time and prioritized kitchen tasks to prepare and serve food quickly while also competing any closing, prep, or cleaning work.
- Prepped food which included portioning, cutting, and mixing different vegetables, meats, and sauces.
- Trained new cooks so that they could preform their job well.
- Opened various stations on the line which included, sanitizing, reassembling, and turning on various pieces of equipment.
- Worked with management to solve problems as they occurred.
Cook
Lakeside Bar And Grill
04.2021 - 11.2021
- Cooked food according to the specifications of both the recipe book and Chef.
- Used fryers, grills, and ovens to prepare food for customers.
- Prepped many food items such as vegetables and meats by cutting and portioning.
- Trained new Employees.
- Communicated with Servers and Bartenders to understand special orders.
- Cleaned, restocked, and organized the kitchen and storage areas as needed.
Cook
Barros Pizza
07.2019 - 03.2021
- Cooked pizza, wings, pastas, and other side items as well as prepared salads for customers.
- Trained new employees so that they could be successful in their new position.
- Communicated with servers and managers to ensure tasks were being completed in the desired manner.
- Prepped certain items like dough, vegetables, and sauces. Also portioned any prepped items.
- Made sure the kitchen was regularly cleaned so that food came out looking well made.
- Deep cleaned areas of kitchen as needed to make sure everything was looking and running well.
- Worked with management to solve problems as they occurred.
Education
No Degree -
Glendale Community College
Glendale, AZ05.2025
High School Diploma -
Liberty High School
Peoria, AZ05.2019
Skills
- Frying
- Baking
- Grilling and Sauteing
- Cleaning and Sanitization
- Ingredients measuring
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Bulk Food Preparation
- Quality Control
- Measurements and Calculations
- Ticket Time Monitoring
- New Hire Training
Additional Information
Since I am in college I do need plenty of time for schoolwork, studying, and other academic projects. Due to this I am only looking for a part time position and would prefer to work only 2-3 days a week. I will be unavailable during any hours not listed below due to school. My availability will increase during the summer/winter breaks.
Tuesday and Wednesday: Noon - Midnight
Friday: Mornings - 4PM
Weekends: All Day and Night
Timeline
Cook
Oregano's
01.2022 - 07.2023
Cook
Lakeside Bar And Grill
04.2021 - 11.2021
Cook
Barros Pizza
07.2019 - 03.2021
No Degree -
Glendale Community College
High School Diploma -
Liberty High School
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