Raven Blount
The Bronx,NY
Summary
Skilled in fast-paced culinary environments with significant experience as a Fast Food Cook. Known for strong ability to prepare food quickly and efficiently, meeting high standards for taste and quality. Possess solid understanding of kitchen equipment maintenance and safety protocols. Contributed to increased customer satisfaction through consistent delivery of excellent meals and maintaining clean work areas.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Line Cook
Daily Provisions
Manhattan, New York
07.2022 - 10.2024
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Managed a team of kitchen staff including assigning tasks and monitoring performance.
- Assessed employee performance regularly providing feedback when necessary.
- Provided excellent customer service by promptly addressing guest inquiries or complaints.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Modified standard recipes to address customer requests for substitutions or allergen concerns.
- Maintained cleanliness in the kitchen area by adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Collaborated with team to deliver timely service of items.
- Monitored cooking temperatures and ensured that dishes were presented properly.
Prep Cook
Ovenly
Brooklyn, New York
01.2020 - 01.2024
- Discarded spoiled food items immediately following established procedures.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Measured and weighed food items to comply with portion requirements.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Utilized excellent knife skills to chop and slice vegetables and carve and grind meats and cheeses.
- Checked freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Monitored freshness of food products to help reduce spoilage.
- Sliced meats to prepare for cooking and assembly of menu items.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Measured ingredients accurately using measuring cups and spoons.
Line Cook
Le crocodile
Brooklyn , NY
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Chopped vegetables and seasoned meats and fish in preparation for grilling, sautéing and braising.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
- Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
- Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
FDR
Brooklyn , NY06-2016
Skills
- Spoilage prevention
- Prep work
- Inventory management
- Ingredient stocking
- Food preparation
- Workstation cleanliness
- Sautéing techniques
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Food presentation
- Ingredient inspection
Timeline
Lead Line Cook
Daily Provisions
07.2022 - 10.2024
Prep Cook
Ovenly
01.2020 - 01.2024
Line Cook
Le crocodile
01.2016 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
FDR