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Scott Johnson

Fayetteville,NC

Summary

Motivated Chef offering over 24 years of experience in food preparation. High standards for taste and quality with expertise maintaining profitable margins. Superior communication and leadership skills. Dependable leader with expertise preparing various foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management. Efficient multi-tasker with talents in food safety and preparation as well as executing.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head Cook

The Salad Box And Some
06.2023 - 01.2024
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.

Cook

Crazy D's Sports Bar And Grill
10.2018 - 12.2018
  • Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food ds.quality standar
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
  • Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients and workstations when opening and closing kitchen.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety.
  • Ordered and received products and supplies to stock kitchen areas.
  • Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
  • Received food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete entire order together and serve hot.
  • Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning and sanitation protocols.

Fry Chef

Cheesecake Factory
09.2018 - 12.2018
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
  • Oversaw grill, stove and oven and cleaned all equipment after every shift.
  • Developed and cooked exciting, memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment and bolstered restaurant revenues.

Pantry Chef

Ruth Chris Steakhouse
12.2017 - 07.2018
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
  • Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients and workstations when opening and closing kitchen.
  • Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
  • Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
  • Received food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete entire order together and serve hot.
  • Met production requirements for all aspects of banquet and outlet desserts and breakfast pastries.
  • Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment by cleaning grills, griddles, ovens and fryers
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry and fish for frying purposes.
  • Handled portion control activities according to specified instructions provided by chef.

Cook

Seaboard Sports Bar And Grill
08.2015 - 09.2016
  • Prepared items like bacon ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
  • Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning and sanitation protocols.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
  • Scrubbed grill every shift change and on customer request due to food allergies to clean food residue and avoid issues with allergens.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Coordinated with Cashiers to gather and review order information for accurate order completion.
  • Communicated with management on food inventory stock to request order placement.
  • Guided prepared items into oven precisely to prevent skin burns and cooked at specific temperatures and times.

Busser/Dish Pit

Mimi's Cafe
08.2008 - 03.2011
  • Checked dining area supplies, including linens and wrapped silverware, and replenished low stock.
  • Collected trash, wiped up spills and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
  • Transported dirty utensils, dishes and trays to kitchen to support efficient cleaning.
  • Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
  • Provided smooth and timely service to customers by providing additional silverware, extra napkins and cleaning spills.
  • Worked well in diverse team settings by partnering with others to complete tasks.
  • Organized and cleaned assigned sections by sanitizing and cleaning table, counter and kitchen surfaces.
  • Provided attentive service and proactively assessed guest needs.

Line Cook Sandwhich Artist

Amelies... A French Bakery
03.2007 - 06.2009
  • Stored, labeled and replenished supplies in compliance with food safety regulations.
  • Maintained clean, organized kitchen to maximize efficiency and food safety.
  • Decorated baked goods and designed visually appealing displays of finished products.
  • Operated commercial kitchen equipment and tools.
  • Frosted and iced cakes, cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, sweet rolls and coffee cakes.
  • Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste and presentation.
  • Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping and proofing.

Server

Jillians Restaurant Inc.
02.2006 - 06.2008
  • Collected credit card, cash and gift certificate payments from customers and made proper change for cash transactions.
  • Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils and refilling beverages promptly and courteously.
  • Cleaned outdoor eating area and indoor dining room by wiping tables, placing trash in receptacles and restocking napkin dispensers.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items for dissatisfied customers.
  • Created orders, documented special requests and followed up with kitchen personnel to foster top-quality service and minimize complaints.
  • Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
  • Helped customers place orders, explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies.
  • Arranged tables for customers, following established preparation procedures to provide guests with excellent experiences and foster repeat business.

Host

Olive Garden
07.2004 - 08.2005
  • Assisted FOH and BOH staff with preparing for events, coordinating smooth execution to maximize guest satisfaction.
  • Supported servers, food runners and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
  • Assisted managers with quickly resolving service- and food-related issues.
  • Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
  • Monitored front entrance for new guests while assisting servers by taking and delivering drink orders.

Education

Food Safety And Management

Serve Safe
Fayetteville, NC United States
07.2022

High School Diploma -

Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC
06.2005

Skills

  • New hire training
  • Institutional and batch cooking
  • Food spoilage prevention
  • Food preparation
  • Food plating and presentation
  • Beautiful presentation of food
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Strong attention to safe food handling procedures

Certification

2022 Serve Safe certification

Timeline

Head Cook

The Salad Box And Some
06.2023 - 01.2024

Cook

Crazy D's Sports Bar And Grill
10.2018 - 12.2018

Fry Chef

Cheesecake Factory
09.2018 - 12.2018

Pantry Chef

Ruth Chris Steakhouse
12.2017 - 07.2018

Cook

Seaboard Sports Bar And Grill
08.2015 - 09.2016

Busser/Dish Pit

Mimi's Cafe
08.2008 - 03.2011

Line Cook Sandwhich Artist

Amelies... A French Bakery
03.2007 - 06.2009

Server

Jillians Restaurant Inc.
02.2006 - 06.2008

Host

Olive Garden
07.2004 - 08.2005

Food Safety And Management

Serve Safe

High School Diploma -

Central Piedmont Community College

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