Quentin Foreman
Fort Smith,AR
Summary
Dedicated line cook skilled in food preparation, inventory management, and quality control. Proven ability to enhance kitchen efficiency through teamwork and adherence to recipes.
Overview
2024
2024
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Rib Room
Fort Smith, Arkansas
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Prepared ingredients to meet recipe specifications and safety standards, ensuring quality and compliance.
- Assisted chefs with cooking and plating dishes to enhance efficiency.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and organization to support efficient workflow and food safety.
- Restocked kitchen inventory to maintain supply levels for daily operations. to ensure availability of supplies for kitchen operations.
Sauté Cook
Valentinis
Chisholm, Minnesota
2022 - 2023
- Cooked meals to order according to established recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Prepared fresh ingredients for sautéing, ensuring quality standards were met.
- Tasted prepared dishes to confirm adherence to quality standards before plating, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Maintained clean workstations, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations to uphold kitchen standards.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Tracked stock levels and supplies to assist inventory management, contributing to efficient kitchen operations.
Main Grill Cook
Mermaids
Fayetteville, Arkansas
2019 - 2022
- Prepared grilled dishes according to restaurant recipes and standards.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of grill station during service to promote safety and efficiency.
- Monitored food temperatures to ensure safety and quality standards were met.
- Trained new grill cooks on proper cooking techniques and procedures to maintain quality standards.
- Executed proper knife handling skills to prevent injuries.
- Operated and cleaned flat top grill, char grill, hood vent and fryers.
Catering Chef
Chartwells Dining Services
Fayetteville, Arkansas
2016 - 2018
- Collaborated with event planners to customize menu selections that complemented event themes.
- Prepared diverse menus tailored to various events and dietary preferences.
- Created artistic presentations for catering displays and buffets to enhance guest experience.
- Plated dishes with garnishes and sauces to enhance visual appeal.
- Assisted in setting up buffet tables and dining areas before events commenced.
- Managed timely delivery of food supplies to event venues, ensuring seamless service.
- Planned seating arrangements based on guest counts for each catered occasion.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Political Science
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, ARHigh School Diploma -
Rogers High School
Rogers, AR01-2016
Skills
- Food preparation
- Grill operation
- Sautéing techniques
- Recipe adherence
- Quality control
- Plating techniques
- Knife skills
- Kitchen organization
- Kitchen station setup
- Inventory management
- Menu development
- Staff training
- Allergen awareness
- Team collaboration
Extra Info
- Would really be interested in a kitchen interview
- Ive worked at Roosters, TIpsys, and Amigos since the last job (rib room). Recently wanting to move jobs
Timeline
Line Cook
Rib Room
01.2023 - 08.2023
Sauté Cook
Valentinis
2022 - 2023
Main Grill Cook
Mermaids
2019 - 2022
Catering Chef
Chartwells Dining Services
2016 - 2018
Some College (No Degree) - Political Science
University of Arkansas
High School Diploma -
Rogers High School