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Quentin Joe

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Adept Line Cook with a track record of enhancing customer satisfaction through expert food preparation and presentation at Best Personnel. Skilled in kitchen operations and server communication, I consistently delivered high-quality dishes, leading to repeat business. Trained staff in food safety, showcasing leadership and attention to detail.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Cook

Best Personnel
11.2001 - Current
  • Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.

Line Cook

Allstar Staffing
01.2001 - Current
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.

Cook

Crothall Good Shepherd
11.2016 - 10.2023
  • Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
  • Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.

Cook

Sodexo Church Farm School
06.2015 - 12.2016
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.

Education

High School Diploma -

Samuel L Fels
Philadelphia, PA

Skills

  • Line Management
  • Server Communication
  • Food rotation
  • Food presentation
  • Kitchen Operations

Timeline

Cook

Crothall Good Shepherd
11.2016 - 10.2023

Cook

Sodexo Church Farm School
06.2015 - 12.2016

Line Cook

Best Personnel
11.2001 - Current

Line Cook

Allstar Staffing
01.2001 - Current

High School Diploma -

Samuel L Fels
Quentin Joe