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RICHARD KRAATZ

Runge,TX

Summary

Hardworking and enthusiastic cook trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success. Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Kitchen Manager and Cook

Refuel Company
03.2023 - 09.2023

I was in charge of turning on all the ovens and the deep fryer making sure they all working right. I was in charge of the food orders and the work schedules for my co workers. I was in charge of putting up the Trucks in the cold and dry storage and made sure everything was there. I was in charge doing the audits and the spoilage. I was in charge of making all breakfast taco's and Kolaches. I also made donuts and cookies and other bakery things. I did the pizza and chicken prep and other foods that needed to be prepped for that day and the next day.

I cooked the pizza's in the oven and the chicken in the deep fryers and fish and shrimp and also burrito's, corn dogs, fries, etc. I made hamburger's and cheeseburger's and chicken sandwiches,salads and Nachos and lunch taco's

Assistant Kitchen Manager and Cook

Circle K Convenience Store
04.2022 - 03.2023

I was in charge of prepping the chicken and fish for the day and the next day. I also prepped the salad's and sandwich's. I helped the Manager with the breakfast taco's and the lunch taco's. The hamburger's and cheeseburger's and chicken burger's. I made fish and shrimp baskets with fries. I made burrito's, corn dogs, and I also made pizza's etc.

Clamp Lift and Forklift Operator

DHL
04.2021 - 04.2022
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.

Cook

The Texan's
06.2018 - 04.2020
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.

Trucker Pusher

Gulf Coast Brokerage
02.2016 - 05.2018
  • Consistently met tight deadlines by expertly planning trips according to road restrictions, traffic patterns, and customer timeframes.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Serviced truck with oil, fuel and radiator fluid to maintain tractor-trailer.
  • Assisted in training new drivers in proper vehicle operation techniques, safety protocols, and company procedures for higher retention rates among fleet members.

Cook

Corner Store Valero
04.2013 - 02.2016
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bremen High School
Midlothian, IL
05.1982

Skills

  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Customer Service
  • Food Safety
  • Inventory Management
  • Food Preparation
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Ordering Supplies
  • Vendor Relations
  • Employee Scheduling
  • Kitchen Management
  • Waste Reduction

Certification

I have Food Handler Certificate and TABC Certificate

Timeline

Kitchen Manager and Cook

Refuel Company
03.2023 - 09.2023

Assistant Kitchen Manager and Cook

Circle K Convenience Store
04.2022 - 03.2023

Clamp Lift and Forklift Operator

DHL
04.2021 - 04.2022

Cook

The Texan's
06.2018 - 04.2020

Trucker Pusher

Gulf Coast Brokerage
02.2016 - 05.2018

Cook

Corner Store Valero
04.2013 - 02.2016

High School Diploma -

Bremen High School

I have Food Handler Certificate and TABC Certificate

RICHARD KRAATZ