Samuel Grinstead
Knoxville ,IA
Summary
I've always been a great self starter, and my presence is felt at any job I've worked. While I understand the time periods I've spent in my jobs may seem shorter in other fields, I've demonstrated significant longevity in the restaurant industry, as the average restaurant worker's tenure is about a month. That being said, I'm always willing and eager to learn new skills and keep an open mind to processes and techniques I'm unfamiliar with.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Liberty Street Kitchen
06.2024 - Current
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Sous Chef
Orchestrate Hospitality
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Designed features
- Helped plan operations to ensure efficiency with both front of house and back of house operations
Kitchen Manager
Smash Park
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
Line Cook
The Fletcher
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Education
Associate Of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA05.2021
Skills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Ability to work independently, under pressure, in a fast paced environment
- Ability to take constructive criticism
Timeline
Line Cook
Liberty Street Kitchen
06.2024 - Current
Sous Chef
Orchestrate Hospitality
11.2022 - 12.2023
Kitchen Manager
Smash Park
05.2021 - 11.2021
Line Cook
The Fletcher
08.2020 - 05.2021
Associate Of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Des Moines Area Community College
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