Paul Blevins
Kissimmee,FL
Summary
Reliable head cook offering several years of experience working in busy, institutional-sized kitchens.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Cook
Universal Studio Orlando
Orlando, FL
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Trained new staff members on proper cooking techniques, recipes and sanitation procedures.
- Ensured all dishes were prepared correctly with attention to presentation quality.
- Coordinated with other cooks to ensure timely delivery of meals during peak hours.
- Adhered to all safety protocols when using sharp knives or operating heavy machinery in the kitchen.
Chef Assistant
Walt Disney World Resort
Lake Buena Vista, FL
07.2017 - 04.2023
- Investigated and solved routine and complex customer issues to earn repeat business.
- Asked probing questions to determine service needs and accurately input information into electronic systems.
- Suggested suitable options for unavailable products and services to retain customers.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills in resolving product and guest complaints.
- De-escalated problematic guest concerns, maintaining calm, friendly demeanor.
Chef/Kitchen Manager
Express UUbar Ranch
Cimarron, NM
05.2012 - 06.2017
- Maximized team performance by training new employees on proper food handling and restaurant protocols.
- Worked with vendors to establish strong relationships and maintain proper inventory supplies.
- Contributed to successful shift management by helping with inventory and food ordering as well as team scheduling and work assignments.
- Measured business levels and forecasted trends to better align supplies and employee scheduling for optimum coverage.
- Investigated and solved routine and complex customer issues to earn repeat business.
- Provided outstanding service to new and long-standing customers by attending closely to concerns and developing solutions.
Education
Professional Cook Certification - Culinary Arts
Culinary Academy of Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV03.2009
High School Diploma -
Herbert Hoover High School
Glendale, CASkills
- Time management
- Employee training
- Problem solving
- Food presentation
- Customer service
- Quality control
Timeline
Senior Cook
Universal Studio Orlando
05.2025 - 06.2025
Chef Assistant
Walt Disney World Resort
07.2017 - 04.2023
Chef/Kitchen Manager
Express UUbar Ranch
05.2012 - 06.2017
Professional Cook Certification - Culinary Arts
Culinary Academy of Las Vegas
High School Diploma -
Herbert Hoover High School