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Olalekan Ayeni

Queens,NY

Summary

Hardworking line cook bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Keeps kitchen areas well-stocked and organized for maximum productivity. Team-oriented and reliable with excellent communication and problem-solving strengths. Always more room for improvement

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Member/Cook

Creamline
Manhattan, NY
09.2018 - 06.2022
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for opening line, dairy/bar, and dinning area.
  • Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
  • Enforced proper practice of FIFO technique for bread order to prevent contamination of mold.
  • Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
  • Trained, and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
  • Illustrated knowledge of menu and service offerings to educate guests.
  • Coordinated service for food runners and other kitchen staff.
  • Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory.

Janitor

Retro Fitness
Brooklyn, NY
05.2018 - 08.2018
  • Mopped and waxed floors, dusted, deep cleaned bathrooms and removed trash to keep buildings in clean and orderly condition.
  • Wiped down various surfaces with approved cleaning products to prevent growth of bacteria and viruses.
  • Completed custodial rounds, including sweeping and vacuuming, glass cleaning and trash collecting.
  • Moved equipment and furniture to thoroughly clean space.
  • Responded promptly to requests to clean and sanitize areas after accidents.
  • Notified building managers about needed repairs to maintain public safety.
  • Maintained inventory of cleaning supplies and documented items requiring reorder.

Counselor

Abundant Life Christian Center International
Brooklyn, NY
07.2018 - 08.2021
  • Responded quickly and calmly in emergency situations as needed.
  • Supervised campers during meal times ensuring proper nutrition and hydration.
  • Assisted in preparing materials needed for various activities throughout the day.
  • Organized small group activities for campers based on age level and interests.
  • Modeled appropriate behavior when interacting with both staff members and campers alike.

Cook

Likkle More Jerk
Brooklyn, NY
10.2020 - 06.2021
  • Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
  • Helped train and develop new talent.
  • Marinated and pre-cooked and meats for appetizers and entrees to prepare for meal service.
  • Scrubbed pots, pans and trays by hand or cleaned using industrial washing machine.
  • Sanitized counters and wiped down surfaces following food preparation to prevent cross-contamination from raw meats.

Cleaner

JFK Airport
Queens, NY
10.2022 - 01.2025
  • Separated recyclable materials from non-recyclable materials during collection process.
  • Regularly inspected equipment to ensure proper functioning order.
  • Collected residential and commercial garbage from designated routes in a timely manner.
  • Followed company policies regarding health and safety standards while performing job duties.
  • Cleaned up spills, broken glass, needles or other hazardous items encountered during collection process.

Education

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Kingsborough Community College of The City University of New York
Brooklyn, NY
06.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Accounting

New York City College of Technology of The City University of New York
Brooklyn, NY

Skills

  • Cutting and slicing techniques
  • Team-oriented
  • Equipment cleaning and maintenance
  • DOH certified
  • Bilingual in English and Yoruba
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Additional Information

REFRENCES

Jennifer Mitchell

Professor, Behavioral Sciences/Sociology

Kingsborough Community College

2001 Oriental Blvd, Brooklyn NY 11235

718-368-5219

Jennifer.Mitchell@kbcc.cuny.edu

Timeline

Cleaner

JFK Airport
10.2022 - 01.2025

Cook

Likkle More Jerk
10.2020 - 06.2021

Team Member/Cook

Creamline
09.2018 - 06.2022

Counselor

Abundant Life Christian Center International
07.2018 - 08.2021

Janitor

Retro Fitness
05.2018 - 08.2018

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Kingsborough Community College of The City University of New York

Bachelor of Arts - Accounting

New York City College of Technology of The City University of New York

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