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Barista
Patrina Grant

Patrina Grant

Highland,CA

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation. Forward-thinking professional offering more than 10 years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven Chef skills. Top-notch professional with expertise in menu development, kitchen management and staff training. Creates unique and delicious dishes while controlling food and labor costs. Collaborative and committed to seeking feedback from customers and staff to improve kitchen workflows. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Chef position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Meticulous Chef eager to create unique and delicious dishes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with good understanding of seamless dining experience for customers. Creative and dedicated to staying up-to-date with food trends. Meticulous Chef eager to create unique and delicious dishes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with good understanding of seamless dining experience for customers. Creative and dedicated to staying up-to-date with food trends.

Education

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Los Angeles, CA
06.2022

High School Diploma -

Lynwood High School
Lynwood, CA
06.1993

Skills

  • Kitchen Equipment Operation
  • Food Preparation Techniques
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Food Plating and Presentation
  • Made-to-Order Meals
  • Food Inventories
  • Baking and Broiling Skills
  • Utensils and Equipment
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Menu Planning
  • Cleaning and Sanitizing Methods
  • Fine Dining Expertise
  • Portion and Cost Control
  • Food Spoilage Prevention
  • Banquets and Catering
  • Company Safety Standards
  • Process Improvement
  • Waste Control
  • Steady Food Flows
  • Performance Improvement
  • Kitchen Management
  • Food Service Operations
  • Forecasting and Planning
  • Knife Use
  • Recipe Development
  • Sanitation Guidelines
  • Effective Communication
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Food Safety Oversight
  • Chef Support
  • Developing Menus
  • Counter Sanitization
  • Sauce Preparation
  • Culinary Trends
  • Procedure Preparation
  • Servsafe Certified
  • Special Requests
  • Mixing Dishes
  • Rotation Procedures
  • Machinery Upkeep
  • Hand Tools
  • Food Stock and Supply Management
  • Cash Register Operations
  • Contamination Prevention
  • Organization and Prioritization
  • Control Labor Costs
  • Handling Plates
  • Create Recipes
  • Profit Target Achievement
  • Temperature Monitoring
  • Supply Estimates
  • High-Volume Environments
  • Estimate Food Needs
  • Cook Consistent Dishes
  • Sandwich Artistry
  • Production Preparation
  • Signature Dish Creation
  • Collaborative Relationships
  • Surface Work
  • BOH Operations
  • Proper Storage Procedures
  • Disciplinary Action
  • Guest Satisfaction
  • Brand Loyalty
  • Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
  • Cooking Technique Demonstrations
  • Verify Food Quality
  • Equipment Inspection and Maintenance
  • Food and Beverage Pairings
  • Chef Consultations

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote

There are two types of people who will tell you that you cannot make a difference in this world: those who are afraid to try and those who are afraid you will succeed.
Ray Goforth

Timeline

Caterer

Patrina Grant (Cheftrinascatering)
03.2014 - Current

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

Los Angeles Trade Technical College

High School Diploma -

Lynwood High School

Work History

Caterer

Patrina Grant (Cheftrinascatering)
Highland, CA
03.2014 - Current
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
Patrina Grant