SAMANTHA BRADLEY
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Experienced Cook with 15 years in diverse culinary settings including bars and upscale eateries. Skilled in fast-paced dish preparation and precise pastry and pasta creation. Trained team members to uphold high culinary standards while adhering closely to recipes and line builds.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep/Prep Line Cook
Union Tap House
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
05.2024 - Current
- Directed line cooks during busy restaurant shifts.
- Trained kitchen staff on recipes and plating procedures.
- Coordinated daily prep lists and kitchen workflow.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
- Trained new chefs on proper cooking techniques and menu items.
- Experimented with various ingredients and cooking techniques to develop new and flavorful dishes for customers.
Chef
Stove and Company Restaraunt Group
, Pennsylvania
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Managed kitchen operations at Al Pastor Havertown.
- Prepared and cooked dishes at sauté and pizza station in Stove and Tap West Chester.
- Conducted food prep and production tasks at Al Pastor Exton.
- Directed culinary team as Lead Chef at Revival Pizza Pub Chester Springs.
Lead Chef
Workhorse Brewing Company
King Of Prussia, PA
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Directed food preparation process to ensure timely service and quality standards.
- Trained kitchen workers in culinary techniques to enhance skill sets and improve dish quality.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Provided ingredient costs and portioning information to assist restaurant owners in pricing decisions.
Line/Kitchen Prep Cook
North Italia
King of Prussia, PA
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment, collaborating with teammates to ensure high customer satisfaction.
- Measured, mixed, and prepped raw materials according to company specifications, ensuring consistent quality and taste.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use, contributing to seamless kitchen operations.
- Provided guidance and support to team members to enhance their skills.
Prepared Foods Team Member
Whole Foods Market
Wynnewood, PA
02.2019 - 09.2021
- Provided tailored service to address customers' prepared foods requests.
- Packaged and weighed products for retail sale to ensure accurate portions.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Set up workstations with necessary ingredients and tools to streamline preparation.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
Line/Pastry Cook
Founding Farmers
King of Prussia, PA
12.2017 - 09.2018
- Executed recipes to produce cakes, cookies, ice cream, and doughnuts, contributing to menu variety and customer satisfaction.
- Followed recipes to create cake, cookies, ice cream, and doughnut products
- Worked quickly to stay ahead of demanding customer loads during rush periods without sacrificing quality.
- Maintained high sanitation standards to prevent food-borne illnesses, ensuring safe dining experiences for customers.
Education
John W. Hallahan High School
Philadelphia, PASkills
- Food preparation
- Recipe preparation
- Cutting techniques
- Sanitation practices
- Food safety practices
- Station setup
- Time management
- Fast-paced environment
- Prioritization skills
- Team-oriented
- Customer interaction
Timeline
Prep/Prep Line Cook
Union Tap House
05.2024 - Current
Chef
Stove and Company Restaraunt Group
03.2023 - 05.2024
Lead Chef
Workhorse Brewing Company
09.2022 - 03.2023
Line/Kitchen Prep Cook
North Italia
09.2021 - 09.2022
Prepared Foods Team Member
Whole Foods Market
02.2019 - 09.2021
Line/Pastry Cook
Founding Farmers
12.2017 - 09.2018
John W. Hallahan High School