Peter Washington Jr
Goose Creek,SC
Summary
Talented Cook with excellent experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with cashiers and kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking with up-to-date food handling permit.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
Elior North America
04.2024 - Current
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Continually improved kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
Kitchen Manager/Line Cook
Herd Provisions
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, addressing any skill gaps or growth opportunities through ongoing training initiatives.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
- Increased overall profitability with effective budget management, including cost control strategies for purchasing and labor expenses.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
Facilities Manager/Jack of All Trades
Uptown Social
01.2017 - 02.2023
- Evaluated facility operations and personnel for safety and health regulations compliance.
- Maintained regulatory compliance by staying up-to-date on relevant laws, codes, standards, such as OSHA requirements.
- Conducted regular inspections of physical assets, identifying areas for repair or replacement before issues escalated into costly problems.
- Interviewed, hired, and trained qualified maintenance employees.
- Coordinated events setup and teardown effectively, ensuring minimal disruption to regular facility operations.
- Kept work areas clean and organized.
- Loaded, unloaded and identified building materials, machinery, and tools to distribute tools to appropriate locations.
- Reduced equipment downtime by promptly addressing reported issues and performing necessary maintenance.
- Streamlined the cleaning process for increased efficiency, contributing to overall club productivity.
- Coordinated effectively with event staff to ensure seamless transitions between activities without disruption to club operations.
Prep Cook/Dishwasher
The Daily
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace during busy shifts.
- 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.
- Collaborated with kitchen team, effectively communicating to streamline processes and optimize workflow.
Dishwasher
The Mason Jar
03.2015 - 12.2016
- Completed additional cleaning tasks within the kitchen area, contributing to an overall sanitary work environment.
- Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas, and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Ensured consistent cleanliness by adhering to strict sanitation procedures for all dishes, utensils, and equipment.
- Minimized cross-contamination risks by following proper procedures for washing cutting boards, knives, and other essential tools.
- Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators, and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
Sales Associate
Macys Department Store
05.2013 - 01.2014
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Sales Associate
JCPenney
10.2012 - 02.2013
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
- Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
Door-to-Door Salesman State to State
Midwest Clearing
01.2009 - 05.2012
- Achieved high levels of customer trust by maintaining professionalism at all times during interactions with prospects at their homes or businesses.
- Exceeded company expectations for overall performance, receiving recognition as a top-performing door-to-door salesman within the organization.
- Generated interest in products by delivering engaging presentations tailored to each prospective customer''s needs.
- Implemented creative approaches when facing objections, ultimately overcoming barriers to secure successful transactions consistently.
- Expanded product reach by identifying new neighborhoods and territories for door-to-door sales campaigns.
- Contributed significantly to company growth through consistent achievement of personal sales goals and objectives.
- Drove team success by participating actively in group training sessions and sharing insights gained from field experience.
- Enhanced client satisfaction through effective communication, addressing questions, and resolving concerns during door-to-door visits.
- Developed extensive product knowledge, enabling confident promotion of features and benefits that resonated with prospective buyers.
- Boosted company revenue by consistently meeting and exceeding sales targets in a highly competitive market.
- Increased customer base by implementing persuasive sales techniques and building rapport with potential clients.
Education
High School Diploma -
Burke High School
Charleston, SC 05.2001 -
Skills
Sales and marketing strategies
Meal preparation
Kitchen management
Food quality
Customer service
Product sales
Exceptional customer service
Certification
Safeserve
Timeline
Chef
Elior North America
04.2024 - Current
Kitchen Manager/Line Cook
Herd Provisions
01.2022 - 02.2023
Facilities Manager/Jack of All Trades
Uptown Social
01.2017 - 02.2023
Prep Cook/Dishwasher
The Daily
01.2016 - 01.2017
Dishwasher
The Mason Jar
03.2015 - 12.2016
Sales Associate
Macys Department Store
05.2013 - 01.2014
Sales Associate
JCPenney
10.2012 - 02.2013
Door-to-Door Salesman State to State
Midwest Clearing
01.2009 - 05.2012
High School Diploma -
Burke High School
05.2001 -