Roger Parris
Chef
Albertville,Alabama
Summary
Hardworking and passionate professional advertising with more than 12 years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Adept at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Extraordinary and proven communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills with an excellent understanding of seamless dining experience for customers. Effortlessly creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and devoted to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation. Collaborative and committed to seeking feedback from customers and staff to improve kitchen workflows. Eager with confidence in illustrating knowledge and expertise as it speaks for itself.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
Legends Bar & Grill
08.2023 - Current
- Oversee grill, stove, and oven, and clean equipment after every shift.
- Set up and prepare cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Manage opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Develop and remain accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
- Identify inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
- Work closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Prepare and serve various food items in a fast-paced environment.
- Cook memorable dishes that bring new customers into establishment.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
Chef
Legends On The Lake
10.2022 - Current
- Place orders to restock items before supplies run out.
- Handle and store food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Interact with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Modernize work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Coordinate with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Set up and break down kitchen for service
- Measure and mix ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
Crib Attendant/Forklift Operator
Mueller Waste Products
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Picked and packed order items.
- Pulled products and materials from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy.
- Weighed materials or products to record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
- Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
- Reviewed order slips, picked products and staged merchandise to be shipped.
- Moved pallets to and from trucks and around warehouse with forklifts to stay on top of demanding schedules.
- Coordinated efficient organization, palletizing and transportation of completed packages.
- Created and enforced detailed organizational processes to increase quality and service standards.
- Maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Reviewed printed tickets or digital orders to get item numbers and merchandise locations.
- Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Moved levers or controls to operate forklifts, lifting beams with swivel-hooks and hoists to transport and load materials.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
Chef
Legend's Bar & Grill
02.2021 - 03.2023
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Assisted with menu development and planning
- Developed recipes, portion specifications, and standard preparation procedures for all dishes.
- Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
Chef
Gridiron
08.2020 - 10.2020
- Checked freezer and refrigerator before each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Suggested actionable improvements to streamline training procedures.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
Chef
Garrett's Cafe
06.2019 - 08.2020
- Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Managed kitchen budget for supplies and labor hours, consistently meeting targets.
Education
High School Diploma -
Douglas High School
Horton, AL05.2004
Skills
- Meal Preparation
- Food Safety and Sanitation
- Kitchen Equipment Operation and Maintenance
- Hospitality Service Expertise
- Food Service Operations
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Food Plating and Presentation
- Knife skills
- Grilling techniques
- Multitasking abilities
- Attention to detail
- Cooking technique
Certification
ServSafe Food Safety Certification - 2019
Timeline
Chef
Legends Bar & Grill
08.2023 - Current
Crib Attendant/Forklift Operator
Mueller Waste Products
03.2023 - 07.2023
Chef
Legends On The Lake
10.2022 - Current
Chef
Legend's Bar & Grill
02.2021 - 03.2023
Chef
Gridiron
08.2020 - 10.2020
Chef
Garrett's Cafe
06.2019 - 08.2020
High School Diploma -
Douglas High School
ServSafe Food Safety Certification - 2019
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