Quintez Ward
Wylie,TX
Summary
Flexible Cook willing to work weekends, holidays and evenings. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments in team setting. Background in maintaining kitchen sanitation, preparing basic components of dishes and working within team of cooks.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
First Class Workforce Solutions
Dallas, TX
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Collaborate with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and food preparation areas
- Assist in inventory management, including ordering and stocking supplies
- Train new kitchen staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
- Worked closely with other line cooks to ensure consistency across all stations, delivering a cohesive dining experience for guests.
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to effectively manage multiple orders at once while ensuring high-quality output and timely service.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in food preparation and presentation.
- Provided excellent customer service by swiftly addressing any concerns or special requests from guests regarding dietary restrictions or preferences.
Line Cook/Dishwasher/Cashier
Eurest
St. Louis, MO
11.2021 - 03.2024
- Setting up, cleaning, and organizing work stations
- Preparing ingredients for the shift; washing vegetables, chopping, seasoning meat, etc
- Preparing oven, utensils, and grill for shift
- Cleaning and sanitizing dishes, keeping the kitchen clean, and helping other departments
- Collecting cash, and credit card payments, and making change
- This may also include verifying credit acceptance and operating credit card authorization systems.
Porter
DraftKings At Casino Queen
East Saint Louis, IL
06.2021 - 11.2021
- Sweep, mop, take out trash, clean restrooms, and keep cleaning supplies stocked.
- Communicated with coworkers and managers about completed duties.
- Maintained a strong work ethic and punctuality, consistently arriving on time and prepared for each shift.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming environment for guests through regular cleaning of lobby, hallways, and restrooms.
- Cleaned and organized building areas as required.
Kitchen Porter
Four Fountains
Belleville, IL
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Supported head chefs by preparing ingredients and assembling dishes according to specifications
- Conducted routine inspections of food storage and preparation areas to ensure compliance emptying trash receptacles, scrubbing floors, restocking items
- Cleaned kitchen tools and appliances properly before use.
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
- Boosted team efficiency by keeping kitchen areas organized, clean, and properly sanitized.
- Assisted chefs with food preparation tasks, resulting in timely service and high-quality dishes.
- Maintained accurate records of cleaning activities, ensuring compliance with health department regulations at all times.
Warehouse Worker
Kelly
Granite City, IL
04.2017 - 06.2019
- In my previous role at Kelly Service, I was responsible for a variety of tasks including inventory management, order fulfillment, and shipping and receiving
- My experience has equipped me with a strong understanding of warehouse procedures and safety protocols
- I have consistently demonstrated my ability to work efficiently in fast-paced environments, effectively handling multiple tasks while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
Education
High school Diploma -
East Saint Louis Senior High School
05.2006
Skills
- Proficient in various cooking techniques and cuisine styles
- Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
- Excellent knife skills and kitchen equipment operation
- Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively
- Team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Cleaning and organization
- Highly motivated
- Customer Service
- Professional Attitude
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- Active listener
- Cleanliness standards
Timeline
Line Cook
First Class Workforce Solutions
04.2024 - 08.2024
Line Cook/Dishwasher/Cashier
Eurest
11.2021 - 03.2024
Porter
DraftKings At Casino Queen
06.2021 - 11.2021
Kitchen Porter
Four Fountains
06.2019 - 03.2020
Warehouse Worker
Kelly
04.2017 - 06.2019
High school Diploma -
East Saint Louis Senior High School