Senatus Serge
3 Root Avenue,Central Islip,NY
Summary
Dynamic food service professional with excellent teamwork and skill in learning new tasks quickly. Highly knowledgeable in ingredient preparation, including slicing and cutting techniques. Comes equipped with several years of related experience.
Resourceful Prep Cook known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in knife handling, food safety compliance, and kitchen equipment operation. Excel in fast-paced environments through strong time management, teamwork, and adaptability. Committed to maintaining kitchen standards and contributing positively to culinary teams.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Prep Cook
Benihana Restaurant
North Bay Village , FL
04.2024 - 01.2025
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared correctly by tasting them before serving.
- Checked freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.
- Organized and labeled stock of ingredients to maintain needed inventory levels.
- Operated grills and steamers to prepare vegetables, potatoes, rice and meats.
- Kept the kitchen area clean at all times during shifts.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
- Monitored inventory levels of all kitchen items and placed orders when needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
College Jean -Claude MONDESIR
Cap -Haitian, Haiti 09-2003
Skills
- Vegetable washing
- Sauce preparation
- Food preparation
- Knife safety
- Ingredient preparation
- Sanitation practices
- Recipe preparation
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Team collaboration
- Food pairing
- Seasoning knowledge
- Vegetable prep
- Highly motivated
- Soup preparation
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- CNA
- HHA
- Security license
Timeline
Prep Cook
Benihana Restaurant
04.2024 - 01.2025
High School Diploma -
College Jean -Claude MONDESIR