Rev. Spencer Caldwell
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Talented Kitchen Manager, Assistant General Manager, Head Cook, Overall Hard Worker who successfully monitors inventory, leads teams and handles food. Trains and supervises kitchen personnel on proper cooking techniques. Schedules preventive maintenance and repairs to maintain kitchen equipment in good working condition. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth. Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. I have over 20 years of experience in the food industry. If given the opportunity I know I can be a asset to your company.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Westminster Village North
Indianapolis, Indiana
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
Chef/Cook
Community Health Network / Fairbanks
Indianapolis, IN
03.2022 - 01.2024
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
- Inspected freezers and refrigerators prior to each shift to check temperature levels and verify proper functionality.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
Head Cook/Kitchen Manager
Bugsy's Sports Bar & Grill
Indianapolis, IN
11.2015 - 08.2021
- Communicated with kitchen employees, answered questions and offered insight into food preparations.
- Kept kitchen, cooking utensils and storeroom clean and neat
- Sanitized counters and utensils used for preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
- Followed "first in, first out" rule with every food and beverage item, tossing outdated and expired food products.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator each day to verify proper functioning.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Liaised with vendors to purchase optimal recipe ingredients at cost-effective rates.
- Streamlined kitchen processes to shorten wait times and serve additional guests.
- Improved performance of team members resulting in high-quality meals produced daily.
- Completed workstation set up and break down, properly disposing of leftover food.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Placed orders for food and supplies used for creating meals for [Number] people.
- Washed, sliced, peeled and cut various foods to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Stood in for other members of kitchen staff.
- Discussed safe operations of kitchen equipment, regulating temperatures and cooking times.
- Inventoried kitchen sections and refilled supplies.
- Cooked food following specific measurements and recipes.
- Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Monitored culinary standards and operational guidelines, including kitchen areas, food preparation and facility conditions.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Effectively managed and assisted kitchen staff in producing food for banquets, catered events and member dining areas.
- Double-checked plated meals for last-minute changes before sending to dining room.
- Filled specialized menu orders.
- Created nutritious, visually appealing, innovative and properly prepared and flavored food.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Cook
Chipotle
Carmel, IN
12.2016 - 03.2017
- Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
- Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of busy periods, including dinner rush.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN06.1996
Skills
- Excellent sense of direction
- Lifts up to 75 pounds
- Courteous and polite demeanor
- Dependable and reliable
- Time management skills
- Customer Service
- Perfect attendance record
- Kitchen staff management
- Dish preparation
- Food allergy understanding
- Nutrition
- Inventory oversight
- Safety and health guidelines
- Meal preparation
- Cleaning and sanitizing methods
- Food preparation techniques
- Grilling and deep frying skills
- Team training
- Portion and cost control
- Menu development
- Vendor relationships
- Food procurement
- Purchasing
- Kitchen equipment and tools
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Recruitment and hiring
- Sanitation
- Portioning understanding
- Training
- Vendor relations
- Active listening
- Communication
- Basic math
- Customer service
- Leadership
- People skills
- Maintenance & Repair
- First Aid/CPR
- Dish Preparation
- Pantry Restocking
- Meal Preparation
- Food Preparation Techniques
- Kitchen Operations
- Food Service Operations
Certification
Safe Serve Certified
Timeline
Cook
Westminster Village North
01.2024 - 01.2025
Chef/Cook
Community Health Network / Fairbanks
03.2022 - 01.2024
Cook
Chipotle
12.2016 - 03.2017
Head Cook/Kitchen Manager
Bugsy's Sports Bar & Grill
11.2015 - 08.2021
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Indiana State University