Jesse Higgins
Port Orange,FL
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. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Line Cook
Chart House Restaurant
12.2022 - Current
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
Pizza Chef
Kona Grill
06.2022 - 11.2022
- Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage.
- Created specialty pizzas to diversify menu and promote restaurant.
- Fostered positive working environment through effective communication and time management.
- Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.
- Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
- Rolled and shaped dough to correct sizes and shapes based on orders to fit in oven and cook evenly.
- Maintained pizza-making and kitchen equipment to keep items in good working condition and kitchen operating smoothly.
- Monitored and maintained clean working areas and cooking surfaces.
Assisted Kitchen Manger
Mulligans Bar & Grill
05.2020 - 06.2022
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Myrtle Beach High School
Little River, SC06.2010
Skills
- Sanitization Protocols
- Sauce Reduction and Parboiling
- Heavy Lifting
- Dish Preparation
- Instructional Practices
- Attention to Detail
- Cleanliness and Sanitation
- Product Rotations
Timeline
Prep Line Cook
Chart House Restaurant
12.2022 - Current
Pizza Chef
Kona Grill
06.2022 - 11.2022
Assisted Kitchen Manger
Mulligans Bar & Grill
05.2020 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
North Myrtle Beach High School
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