Salim Blakewood
Newark,NJ
Summary
Punctual professional experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare quality food. Polished in setting up and cleaning equipment for daily food preparation and helping manage supplies. Excellent multitasker recognized for supporting successful kitchen operations. Talented chef with several years of experience preparing memorable dishes. Specializing in menus known for attracting and retaining customers. Provides culinary management skills to fast-paced kitchens.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
Reddz Bar& Grill Bistro
Orange, NJ
04.2015 - Current
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service issues.
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes according to customers' tastes.
- Managed kitchen staff team and assigned tasks for various stages of food production.
Chef
Aramark at the Prudential Center
Newark, NJ
09.2013 - 11.2013
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes according to customers' tastes.
Chef
Taco Bell
East Handover, NJ
04.2000 - 07.2001
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Kept up to date with current culinary trends, as well as health and safety regulations.
Chef
White Castle
Newark, NJ
09.1998 - 01.1999
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes according to customers' tastes.
- Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Berkeley College
Newark, NJ05-2018
Culinary Arts
Star Career Academy
Newark, NJSkills
- Poultry roasting, pan-frying, sautéing
- Preparing, cleaning, and carving fruits and vegetables
- Frying, sautéing, and grilling
- Perparation of hot and cold sandwiches
- Measurement skills, cooking in bulk, ability to cut down recipes, and portion control
- Knowledge of recipe procedures
- Serving and customer service
Certification
- Finished culinary school
- I have an associate degree in Business Management
Timeline
Chef
Reddz Bar& Grill Bistro
04.2015 - Current
Chef
Aramark at the Prudential Center
09.2013 - 11.2013
Chef
Taco Bell
04.2000 - 07.2001
Chef
White Castle
09.1998 - 01.1999
- Finished culinary school
- I have an associate degree in Business Management
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Berkeley College
Culinary Arts
Star Career Academy
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