Robert Lee Kirkling III
Las Vegas
Summary
Dedicated culinary professional with expertise in ingredient preparation, batch cooking, and plating. Committed to maintaining a clean and organized kitchen while delivering high-quality dishes. Strong stamina for physical demands of the role and a focus on integrity and teamwork.
Overview
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Line Cook/Prep Cook
Golden Entertainment, Inc.
Las Vegas
11.2023 - 10.2025
- Maintained high standards of food quality and presentation to enhance customer dining experience.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment, collaborating with teammates to ensure consistent customer satisfaction.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and safety standards in the kitchen.
- Prepared ingredients according to recipes and specifications for various dishes.
- Assisted in food inventory and control, ensuring proper receipt and storage of delivered items to minimize waste.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and work areas throughout shifts.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
- Washed, chopped, and diced vegetables for meal preparation. and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
Line Cook
50 Eggs Hospitality
Las Vegas
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Gained expertise in Japanese style fine dining at Wakuda restaurant.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient meal service during peak hours.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment with teammates to ensure high customer satisfaction.
- Managed portion control with correct utensils during preparation and plating to maintain consistency.
- Ensured quality of dishes by tasting and assessing flavor and presentation prior to service. in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
VIP Security
CISS Private Security
Las Vegas
11.2019 - 10.2022
- Provided comprehensive security services for VIP events.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Monitored entrances and exits for unauthorized personnel or prohibited items being brought onto premises.
- Confirmed visitor identification prior to granting entry into the building.
- Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
- Screened visitors and employees for weapons and contraband with hand wands and metal detectors.
- Searched bags manually to identify prohibited items and contraband.
Cook/Stewarding at Las Vegas Culinary Academy
WESTSIDE BISTRO
Las Vegas
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes following established recipes.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen areas during operations.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Operated industrial dishwashing equipment for efficient cleaning of kitchenware.
- Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
UPS Package Handler
UPS
Las Vegas
06.2017 - 09.2019
- Handled packages for delivery in designated areas.
- Followed company policies and procedures for secure package handling.
- Inspected packages for damages or defects and recorded any issues found.
- Package handling
homecare provider
ihhs
Oakland
04.2012 - 05.2017
- Monitors patient condition by observing physical and mental condition, intake and output, and exercise.
- Provided compassionate care for clients in daily living activities.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Responsibilities Provide in home services, cook, clean, and give medicine.
- Provided mental and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Completed errands and provided transportation for clients to ensure their wellness.
- Delivered compassionate assistance to clients during daily living activities.
Education
Certificate Of Completion - Professional Cook
Las Vegas Culinary Academy
11.2020 - 11.2021
High school diploma -
Abraham Lincoln High School
San Francisco, CASkills
- Food Safety Practices
- Cooking
- Food Prep
- Meal Preparation
- Food Production
- Culinary Experience
- Culinary expertise
- Knife skills
- Sauce preparation
- Menu Development
- Inventory Management
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Restaurant Experience
- Fast-paced cooking
- Team Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Leadership
- Good communication
- Effective communication
- Stress management
- Strong Work Ethic
- BOX
- Sauce preparation
Certification
- Nevada Guard Card
- Nevada Food Handlers Card
Awards
Professional Cook, 11/01/21
Assessments
Professional Cook, 11/01/21
Personal Information
Professional Cook, 11/01/21
Timeline
Lead Line Cook/Prep Cook
Golden Entertainment, Inc.
11.2023 - 10.2025
Line Cook
50 Eggs Hospitality
11.2022 - 11.2023
Certificate Of Completion - Professional Cook
Las Vegas Culinary Academy
11.2020 - 11.2021
Cook/Stewarding at Las Vegas Culinary Academy
WESTSIDE BISTRO
11.2020 - 11.2021
VIP Security
CISS Private Security
11.2019 - 10.2022
UPS Package Handler
UPS
06.2017 - 09.2019
homecare provider
ihhs
04.2012 - 05.2017
High school diploma -
Abraham Lincoln High School