Quentin Crenshaw
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. Creative cook with extensive experience in high-volume restaurant environments. Outstanding management skills with strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices. Efficient and committed to delivering excellent customer service.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
Hopper's Bar And Grill
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Line Cook
Pangea Cafe
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
Kitchen Manager
Carbone's Pizzeria Bar And Grill
11.2021 - 09.2023
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- 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.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
- Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing staff scheduling.
Education
No Degree - Generals
Hennepin Technical College
Eden Prairie, MNHigh School Diploma -
Mound-Westonka Highschool
Minnetrista, MN06.2016
Skills
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Problem-Solving
- Coachable
- Resilient
- Communication
Certification
- Certified Food Protection Manager - 10/17/2022 through 10/17/2025
Timeline
Line Cook
Hopper's Bar And Grill
11.2023 - 04.2024
Line Cook
Pangea Cafe
09.2023 - 03.2024
Kitchen Manager
Carbone's Pizzeria Bar And Grill
11.2021 - 09.2023
No Degree - Generals
Hennepin Technical College
High School Diploma -
Mound-Westonka Highschool
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