Okevian Wilson
Cook
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Hardworking cook bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths. Dedicated employee experienced in kitchen environments. Focused and collaborative team player skillful in communicating and translating customer requests. Offering deep understanding of food safety, OSHA and health code requirements. Motivated worker with over 10 years of experience preparing delicious meals for customers. Polished in following proper food handling methods and maintaining correct temperature of food products. Creative and artistic professional committed to strengthening kitchen team with better collaboration, recipes and cooking techniques.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Bubbas 33
Colorado Springs, Colorado
02.2018 - 09.2019
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
- Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Planned menus based on customer preferences, nutritional value and budget constraints.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Pikes Peak Community College
Colorado Springs, CO05-2010
Skills
- Frying
- Customer Service
- Order Verification
- Food presentation
- Sanitation
- Dish preparation
- Supply Restocking
- Recipe-based cooking
- Fine Dining
- Surface cleaning
- Food handling
- Grilling
- Positive and professional
- Focused and disciplined
- Event Catering
- Menu Planning
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Food Preparation
- Food Handler Certification
- ServSafe certified
- Sanitation Practices
- High volume production capability
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Cook
Bubbas 33
02.2018 - 09.2019
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Pikes Peak Community College
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