Responsible line cook skilled in ingredient preparation, batch cooking and plating. Brings stamina for lifting heavy items and standing for long periods of time. Knowledgeable and precise individual committed to maintaining clean, orderly kitchen and delivering high-quality, delicious food.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Bailey's Surf and Turf
Rich Omelia
Wareham, MA
09.2017 - Current
Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
Cleaned cooking and refrigeration equipment to sanitize and prevent food-borne illness.
Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
Adhered to portion controls and presentation specifications.
Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
Washed and peeled ingredients to prepare for different meals and recipes.
Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
Assisted in preparation of menu items ranging from burgers to sandwiches.
Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
Mentored and trained staff by teaching cooking skills and kitchen maintenance, improving overall quality and performance.
Replenished items to maintain stock availability.
Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis.
Manager
Mr G's pizza
Sagamore Beach, MA
01.2012 - 10.2017
Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
Created training modules and documentation to train staff.
Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
Exercised good judgment and decision-making in escalating concerns and resolving issues.
Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
Entered time and attendance logs in preparation for payroll.
Maintained adequate staffing to meet objectives within budget.
Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
Pizza Cook
Pizza Boy Roast Beef and More
Wareham, MA
05.2007 - 08.2012
Organized food preparation stations and regularly replenished supplies.
Modified standard recipes to address customer requests for substitutions or allergen concerns.
Prepared garnishes for later use in meal production.
Assisted customers, answered questions and resolved complaints.
Operated pizza oven and brick oven along with other kitchen equipment to prepare authentic Italian dishes.
Created from-scratch pizza dough daily in large quantities following authentic Italian recipe.
Cut pizzas using rocking pizza cutter tool.
Provided customer service to over [Number] customers per day by inputting orders, processing credit and cash transactions and responding to questions and concerns.
Prepared breads, subs, salads and other menu items.
Topped crust with sauce, meat, cheese and vegetables.
Recorded customer orders by answering phone or taking information in person.
Created [Number] pizzas per shift by topping pizzas with ingredients per customer orders.
Stocked and managed inventory items using First-In First Out (FIFO) method to use products prior to expiration and reduce food waste.
Operated large-volume cooking equipment to grill, bake and fry food items quickly for customers.
Prepared deli and hot sandwiches to meet customer orders.
Promoted pizza products and distributed promotional materials through [Action] and [Action].
Crafted pizzas using proper amount of dough and quantities of toppings according to specifications.
Rolled out dough using pastry sheeting equipment.
Placed completed orders at pick-up counter and alerted customers to retrieve items.
Stocked freezers and refrigerators to maintain adequate supply of ingredients and products.
Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
Distributed prepared food to servers.
Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
Reviewed quality standards and verified continuous application throughout kitchen environment.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of line workstations.
Utilized kitchen utensils and equipment to weigh, measure and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment.
Fry Cook
Eastwind Lobster
Buzzards Bay, MA
05.2005 - 11.2007
Set up station according to standard operating procedures with ample backup product to complete shift.
Adhered to food safety and HACCP regulations to prevent contamination of food.
Collaborated with team members to promote consistent workflows and deliver food orders on time.
Restocked and rotated food products using first-in, first-out method.
Followed procedures to prevent cross-contamination of items for patrons with allergies and gluten intolerance
Sanitized all cutting boards and surfaces at beginning of shift to avoid cross-contamination.
Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
Handled waste management duties by properly and safely disposing of all trash at end of shift.
Organized kitchen and walk-in freezer to enable employees to easily find items.
Communicated with kitchen staff to complete orders quickly.
Wiped down counters with sanitizing spray to avoid contamination and foodborne illnesses.
Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.