Quincy Parish
Cook
Sault Ste. Marie,MI
Summary
Experienced culinary professional skilled in dish preparation and food plating, ensuring adherence to presentation standards that enhance customer satisfaction. Collaborated effectively with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced wait times. Managed inventory levels by monitoring supplies and restocking as necessary, which maintained operational readiness and minimized shortages. Contributed to consistent dish quality by following standardized recipes and assisting in the training of new team members.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Buser
Los palimos
Mt Pleasant, MI
02.2015 - 08.2026
- Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
- Organized and cleaned assigned sections by sanitizing and cleaning table, counter, and kitchen surfaces.
- Worked well in diverse team settings by partnering with others to complete tasks.
Cook
Los palimos
Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan
08.2001 - 06.2023
- Prepared and plated high-quality dishes, ensuring adherence to presentation standards and enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes, improving efficiency and reducing wait times.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocked supplies as needed, maintaining operational readiness and minimizing shortages.
- Prepared ingredients by following standardized recipes, contributing to consistent dish quality and customer satisfaction.
- Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Helped train and develop new talent.
Cook's Aide
Mooney's Public House
Sault Ste. Marie, MI
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
Packer
CME
Mt Pleasant, MI
08.2005 - 02.2007
- Make sure the part is complete before packing it
Sm-sa
CME
Mt Pleasant, MI
02.2006 - 09.2007
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
Construction Worker
Dale's custom creations
Harrison, MI
06.2022 - 09.2024
- Installed new structures, updated systems and replaced worn components to bring buildings up to current codes.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
Education
Mission Creek Adult Ed
Mt Pleasant, MISkills
- Dish preparation made sure the dish area dish free wiped down
- Food plating make the precintaion on the plate is presentable
- Recipe adherence follow what the recipe calls for doing know ask
- Inventory management
Timeline
Cook's Aide
Mooney's Public House
10.2024 - 01.2025
Construction Worker
Dale's custom creations
06.2022 - 09.2024
Buser
Los palimos
02.2015 - 08.2026
Sm-sa
CME
02.2006 - 09.2007
Packer
CME
08.2005 - 02.2007
Cook
Los palimos
08.2001 - 06.2023
Mission Creek Adult Ed