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Robert Giers

Robert Giers

Williamsburg,VA

Summary

Culinary professional with solid history of overseeing kitchen operations and creating high-quality dishes. Known for strong collaboration skills and results-driven approach, ensuring smooth kitchen workflows and guest satisfaction. Reliable and adaptable, with proficiency in menu planning and team leadership.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Cook

Southwind Restaurant
06.2022 - 06.2025
  • Assisted in food preparation and ensured adherence to health and safety standards.
  • Learned to operate kitchen equipment efficiently while maintaining cleanliness and organization.
  • Supported inventory management by tracking supplies and reporting shortages to senior staff.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain high food quality and presentation standards.
  • Adapted quickly to changing menu items and daily specials based on seasonal ingredients.
  • Followed recipes accurately, ensuring consistency in taste and appearance of dishes served.
  • Engaged positively with customers, responding to inquiries about menu items and dietary options.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, meeting or exceeding health department requirements.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Efficiently handled high-volume service periods without sacrificing quality or consistency in food preparation.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Collaborated with dining room staff to ensure seamless communication between front-and back-of-house operations.

Cook

Goodfellas Restaurant
06.2020 - 06.2022
  • Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes and presentation standards.
  • Operated kitchen equipment, ensuring cleanliness and proper functionality for food safety compliance.
  • Maintained inventory levels, assisting in ordering supplies to minimize waste and ensure availability.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes and improve kitchen efficiency.
  • Monitored cooking times and temperatures, ensuring consistency and quality of all dishes served.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely service while maintaining high food quality standards.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.

Education

GED -

Gloucester High
Gloucester, VA
09.1997

Skills

    Have a up to date Food Handlers Card

Timeline

Head Cook

Southwind Restaurant
06.2022 - 06.2025

Cook

Goodfellas Restaurant
06.2020 - 06.2022

GED -

Gloucester High

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