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Rashawn Dixon

Houston,TX

Summary

Creative lead cook with several years of kitchen experience. Proficient in menu planning and delegating kitchen tasks to appropriate employees. Talented at staying calm and efficient in stressful situations and monitoring cook safety. Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Cook

Samurai Noodle
Houston, TX
08.2023 - 06.2024
  • Implemented cost-saving strategies by reducing waste and optimizing portion sizes in menu items.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator each day to verify proper functioning.
  • Tested new recipes and menu items, following taste-test evaluation and procedural criteria.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on cooking techniques and kitchen procedures.
  • Communicated with kitchen employees, answered questions and offered insight into food preparations.
  • Managed kitchen staff, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality food production.
  • Developed and executed menu items, maintaining consistency with restaurant's culinary standards.

Lead Line Cook

The Smoke Shop BBQ
Houston, TX
10.2022 - 07.2023
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining a professional demeanor.
  • Ordered food supplies as needed to maintain sufficient stock levels.
  • Supervised the inventory of food items to ensure adequate supplies for daily operations.
  • Performed other related duties as assigned by the Head Chef or Kitchen Manager.
  • Maintained cleanliness in the kitchen area by adhering to health and safety regulations.
  • Provided excellent customer service by promptly addressing guest inquiries or complaints.

Head Cook

Rainforest Cafe
Houston, TX
02.2019 - 05.2023
  • Determined schedules and staff requirements necessary to prepare and plate food.
  • Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
  • Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
  • Generated food production sheets to forecast product and volume requirements based on menu selections.
  • Kept kitchen, cooking utensils and storeroom clean and neat.
  • Addressed customer feedback regarding food quality and presentation.
  • Led team in high-pressure environments, ensuring timely delivery of orders.
  • Scheduled kitchen staff shifts and managed workload distribution.

Education

High School Diploma -

Cypress Lakes High School
Katy, TX
05-2015

Skills

  • Business Management
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Cost Control
  • Pantry restocking
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Resource Management
  • Food and beverage pairing
  • Knife use
  • Vendor Relations
  • Recipe creation
  • Meal Preparation
  • Seafood Preparation
  • New Hire Training
  • Sanitation Guidelines
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Budgeting and cost control

Certification

  • Learn2SERVE Texas Food Manager Certification Program

Timeline

Lead Cook

Samurai Noodle
08.2023 - 06.2024

Lead Line Cook

The Smoke Shop BBQ
10.2022 - 07.2023

Head Cook

Rainforest Cafe
02.2019 - 05.2023

High School Diploma -

Cypress Lakes High School

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