Sam Simmons
TWIN BRIDGES,MT
Summary
Until recently, I was the chef at a small hunting and fishing lodge called Rack and Reel Montana, but recently decided to leave because I am looking for something that is open year round and less remote. I have worked in restaurants for the last ten years and have been a cook, a barista, and have worked at a brewery. I have always been passionate about all aspects of food and drink preparation and like to maintain a positive attitude and work very well with others. I posses a wide variety of skills and am a very quick learner, who is eager to learn.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lodge Chef
Rack and Reel Montana
07.2020 - Current
- I am the only cook at a small lodge and take care of breakfast, lunch, appetizers, dinner, desserts, and any cocktails for all of the guests
- I make a variety of delicious meals that cater to any needs that the guests have and will make cocktails at request
- There is one person that helps serve and clean up after dinner, but other than that I handle all of the cleaning, cooking, grocery shopping, menu planning and other duties
- I feel like I have provided interesting and delicious meal experience for anyone staying at the lodge, and go out of my way to make them feel special.
Lead Line Cook
Boyne Resorts
01.2023 - 04.2023
- I primarily ran the sushi station and would also run pizza and fill in on prep when needed.
- Showed up early to set up the station, make sushi rice, make the sushi rolls, and do any additional prep
- Made food to order for customers and inspected each item before it was served.
- Kept each station well prepared and stocked before, and during each shift, and made proper preparations for the next one
- Cleaned, broke down, and prepared all the fish as it was shipped in whole and fresh
- Trained new and current employees in proper preparation of food, use of equipment, and sanitation.
- Maintained proper sanitation and kept a clean and well organized station
Line Cook/Prep Cook/Dishwasher
Twigs Bistro | WA
01.2021 - 05.2022
- I worked full time while going to culinary school over the winter seasons in 2021 and 2022
- I worked prep in the mornings and the line during the evening and would fill in for dish whenever needed
- On the line I worked mostly on salad and desserts, pizza, or on the grill and fry station and would sometimes jump back for some occasional emergency prep.
Line Cook, Prep Cook, Pit Cook, Caterer
Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q | AL
04.2016 - 05.2020
- I worked almost every position in the kitchen and would always step up whenever they needed me for something
- I was highly valued for my versatility and willingness to work long hours sometimes starting at midnight
- I also would check and put up all of the produce when it came in mornings and was in charge of keeping the coolers and storage areas clean and organized.
Bartender/Cook
Red Clay Brewery, AL
02.2018 - 04.2020
- I worked at the bar and would make pizzas to order in the back
- I also worked any catering events we had and would occasionally go do promotional events we would host at other bars
- I have a detailed knowledge of beer and would give tours for the back describing how it was made and would do my best to make everyone feel comfortable and give them samples and recommendations.
Cook/Prep
Bizilia's Cafe | AL, Barista
07.2012 - 03.2015
- I worked as a barista and made breakfast and sandwiches for lunch and would do any prep during the day
- I stopped working for a time to focus on school
Education
Northwest Culinary Institute
Vancouver, WA05.2022
Industrial Design
Auburn University
Auburn, ALMaclay School
Tallahassee, FL05.2011
Skills
- Hard Working
- Versatile
- Works well with others
- Positive Attitude
- Very knowledgeable about a large variety of food, cocktail, and drink preparation
- Training new employees
- Keeping great sanitation practices
- Great at interacting with and serving customers
- Menu Creation for food and drink
- Food prep for large or small sizes
- Maintaining Quality control
Timeline
Lead Line Cook
Boyne Resorts
01.2023 - 04.2023
Line Cook/Prep Cook/Dishwasher
Twigs Bistro | WA
01.2021 - 05.2022
Lodge Chef
Rack and Reel Montana
07.2020 - Current
Bartender/Cook
Red Clay Brewery, AL
02.2018 - 04.2020
Line Cook, Prep Cook, Pit Cook, Caterer
Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q | AL
04.2016 - 05.2020
Cook/Prep
Bizilia's Cafe | AL, Barista
07.2012 - 03.2015
Northwest Culinary Institute
Industrial Design
Auburn University
Maclay School
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