Nicole Washington
Augusta,GA
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
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook and Prep
Longhorns
11.2022 - Current
- 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.
- 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.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
Line Cook and Prep
Ocharleys
08.2014 - 10.2022
- 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.
Skating Carhop
Sonics Drive In
11.2011 - 08.2014
- Answered guest questions and promoted special products.
- Communicated with management and associates to set and exceed sales and customer satisfaction goals.
- Balanced orders on trays weighing over [Number] lbs and delivered them to cars.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Cashier
Gurleys Supermarket
06.2006 - 09.2010
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Food and Beverage Cashier
Marylands Fried Chicken
08.2003 - 05.2006
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently processing food and beverage orders and payments.
- Utilized product knowledge of foods and beverages to make suggestions to customers.
- Supported team members during busy periods by multitasking effectively between cashier duties and other station responsibilities as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to provide exceptional service and maintain a clean, welcoming environment for patrons.
Education
Lucy C. Laney High School
Auguista,GA06.2002
Skills
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Professional Attitude
- Customer Service
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- Active listener
- Food Preparation
- Problem-Solving
- Food safety knowledge
- Team Coordination
- Food Safety
- Cleanliness standards
- Kitchen Sanitization
- Knife Skills
- Kitchen Station Setup
- Kitchen Sanitation
- Following cooking methods
- Kitchen Organization
- Quality Control
- Kitchen Operations
- Line Management
- Food Safety Standards
- Food presentation
- Food Allergen Safety
- Prepared Foods Plating
- Food Storage
- Portion Control
- Stock Rotation
- Equipment Maintenance
- Food Storage Procedures
Timeline
Line Cook and Prep
Longhorns
11.2022 - Current
Line Cook and Prep
Ocharleys
08.2014 - 10.2022
Skating Carhop
Sonics Drive In
11.2011 - 08.2014
Cashier
Gurleys Supermarket
06.2006 - 09.2010
Food and Beverage Cashier
Marylands Fried Chicken
08.2003 - 05.2006
Lucy C. Laney High School
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