Samuel Lingerfelt
Morganton,NC
Summary
Adept at kitchen management and customer service, I significantly enhanced kitchen efficiency and team collaboration at Mountain Burrito. My expertise in food plating and waste reduction, coupled with a knack for multitasking, propelled our team to exceed quality standards, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead First Cook
Mountain Burrito
01.2021 - 08.2024
- Contributed valuable input during menu development meetings, incorporating seasonal ingredients for fresh and innovative dishes.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
Food Preparer
Glen Alpine Grill
10.2021 - 04.2024
- Kept workstation and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked.
- Measured, mixed, and cooked ingredients following directions and nutritional restrictions.
- Increased productivity by organizing workstations for optimal efficiency and ease of use.
- Played a vital role in the presentation of dishes, skillfully arranging meal components for maximum visual appeal.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with quick and accurate food preparation, ensuring timely service.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations during peak service times.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning by staying updated on industry trends, techniques, and best practices in food preparation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Freedom High School
Morganton, NC06-2023
Skills
- Kitchen management
- Food plating
- Waste reduction
- Customer service
- Cleaning and organization
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
Affiliations
- Boy Scouts of America
- Freedom High School Booster Club
- Freedom High School Athletics
- Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina
Timeline
Food Preparer
Glen Alpine Grill
10.2021 - 04.2024
Lead First Cook
Mountain Burrito
01.2021 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
Freedom High School
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