Samuel Rice
Pennsylvania Furnace,PA
Summary
Experienced restaurant professional with a strong background in sanitation, workplace safety compliance, and smooth kitchen operations. Known for attention to detail, organization, and reliable support during fast-paced service.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager
Kentucky Fried Chicken
State College, Pennsylvania
07.2025 - Current
- Trained team members on food safety and sanitation standards to uphold quality standards.
- Managed cash transactions and POS entries to maintain accuracy during peak service times.
- Monitored drive-thru and front counter service to support smooth guest flow.
- Coordinated KFC shift operations to ensure efficient daily restaurant service.
Cook
Kentucky Fried Chicken
State College, Pennsylvania
02.2020 - 10.2022
- Prepared Kentucky Fried Chicken menu items to ensure consistency in taste and presentation.
- Operated fryers, ovens, and holding equipment for consistent food quality.
- Handled raw chicken safely using proper sanitation and cross-contamination controls.
- Maintained cleanliness of prep areas, utensils, and kitchen surfaces to uphold health and safety standards.
- Monitored food temperatures and freshness to meet Kentucky Fried Chicken safety standards.
- Scrubbed kitchen equipment, surfaces, and utensils to maintain hygiene standards.
- Restocked ingredients, packaging, and supplies to support uninterrupted kitchen operations.
Grill Cook
The Tavern Restaurant
State College, PA
10.2018 - 02.2020
- Managed flat-top, broiler, and grill stations during busy dinner service.
- Prepared grilled entrees following Tavern Restaurant recipes and presentation standards.
- Monitored food temperatures and adjusted cooking times for consistent doneness.
- Coordinated with servers and line cooks to time ticket flow.
Prep Line Cook
Outback Steakhouse
Colorado Springs, Colorado
01.2012 - 10.2018
- Monitored food safety, sanitation, and temperature controls across prep areas.
- Created detailed prep lists to streamline kitchen operations. and prioritized work for smooth kitchen flow.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work area by adhering to all safety standards.
- Prepared Outback Steakhouse ingredients for grill, sauté, and fry stations.
Cook
Hooters
Colorado Springs, Colorado
05.2006 - 01.2012
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment, collaborating with teammates to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Operated grills, fryers, and broilers, ensuring adherence to quality guidelines for food preparation.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Maintained clean working environment through regular sweeping, mopping, washing surfaces, and emptying trash cans.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wasson High School
Colorado Springs, CO06-2005
Skills
- Sanitation standards
- Workplace safety compliance
- Reporting and documenting
- Multitasking and organization
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Certification
- ServSafe
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Kentucky Fried Chicken
07.2025 - Current
Cook
Kentucky Fried Chicken
02.2020 - 10.2022
Grill Cook
The Tavern Restaurant
10.2018 - 02.2020
Prep Line Cook
Outback Steakhouse
01.2012 - 10.2018
Cook
Hooters
05.2006 - 01.2012
High School Diploma -
Wasson High School