Robert L Hughes II
Country Club Hills,IL
Summary
Aspiring Cook with both accredited culinary and pastry education and hands-on experience with universal and classical techniques and a strong knowledge in food service operations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep/Line Cook
Coopers Hawk
09.2022 - Current
- Make sauces and marinades from scratch daily.
- Wash, peel, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Train and assist new kitchen staff members.
- Preserve freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Set up and prepare cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Owner/Executive Head Chef
After Taste Catering
08.2016 - Current
- Monitor market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Maintain food safety and sanitation standards
- Taste, smell, and pierce food with a fork to verify sufficient cooking with a probe thermometer.
Prep/Line Cook
Lil Fires Kitchen
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Created new recipes and updated existing ones to reflect changing trends and customer preferences.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Addressed and resolved customer complaints to increase trust and satisfaction.
Education
Baking & Pastry - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Boulder, CO11.2023
Culinary Arts & Operations - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Boulder, CO11.2022
Skills
- Meat Cutting
- Far To Table Approach
- Inventory Management
- Sauce Preparation
- Ingredient Preparation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Measurements and Weights
- Cleaning and Organization
- Food Processing
Timeline
Prep/Line Cook
Coopers Hawk
09.2022 - Current
Prep/Line Cook
Lil Fires Kitchen
06.2022 - 09.2022
Owner/Executive Head Chef
After Taste Catering
08.2016 - Current
Baking & Pastry - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Culinary Arts & Operations - Culinary Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
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