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Paulette Truitt

Buffalo,NY

Summary

Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard. 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. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level fry Cook position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Fry Cook

Buffalo Wild Wings
08.2013 - 04.2018
  • Marinated food items according to provided instructions and recipes.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
  • Operated grills, fryers and ovens to cook food items.
  • Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
  • Operated fryers and grills by pouring oil and placing food items on surface to fry or grill.
  • Maintained spotless and tidy dining area by throwing away food wrappers on tables, emptying trash receptacles and cleaning floors during slow periods.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils and equipment.
  • Cleaned, stocked, and restocked workstations and display cases.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.

Grill Cook

Waffle House Restaurant
03.2010 - 07.2013
  • Grilled, cooked and fried foods such as french fries, eggs, and pancakes.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Cooked regular menu items and seasonal offerings according to corporate standards and guidelines.
  • Cleaned food preparation equipment, work areas, and counters or tables.
  • Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment regularly.
  • Prepared meals according to customer specifications.
  • Operated and maintained grills, fryers and other cooking equipment.
  • Maintained clean, organized grill stations for hygienic, orderly food preparation.
  • Monitored food temperatures for proper cooking and safe consumption.
  • Restocked and rotated food items according to expiry dates to minimize waste.

Cook

Auburn University
06.2009 - 02.2010
  • Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.

Office Assistant

Niagara Falls Housing Authorities
06.1999 - 03.2008
  • Informed and supported business leaders through consistent communication and administrative support duties.
  • Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails and letters, to appropriate staff.
  • Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests.
  • Managed daily data entry and kept clerical information accurate and up-to-date.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
  • Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
  • Collaborated with various departments to complete assigned tasks.
  • Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.

Administrative Assistant

Nova Health Care
03.1993 - 04.1998
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
  • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
  • Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
  • Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.

Education

No Degree - Business Administration

Bryant &Stratton College
Buffalo, NY
06.1998

High School Diploma -

Kensington High
Buffalo, NY
06.1985

Skills

  • Prepare Food Batches
  • Production Standards
  • Servsafe Certified
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Clean Fryers and Grills
  • Proper Storage Procedures
  • Deep Fryer Operation Safety
  • Kitchen Equipment Sanitation
  • Rotation Procedures
  • Food Presentation
  • Station Setup
  • Restock Workstations
  • Hot Oil Safety

Additional Information

Very dependable and hard worker, became disable in 2018 but can work up to four hours a day, have problems with long standing and heavy lifting.

Timeline

Fry Cook

Buffalo Wild Wings
08.2013 - 04.2018

Grill Cook

Waffle House Restaurant
03.2010 - 07.2013

Cook

Auburn University
06.2009 - 02.2010

Office Assistant

Niagara Falls Housing Authorities
06.1999 - 03.2008

Administrative Assistant

Nova Health Care
03.1993 - 04.1998

No Degree - Business Administration

Bryant &Stratton College

High School Diploma -

Kensington High

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