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Serenity Courtwright

Brunswick

Summary

I have several years experience with food handling, as well as guest and team member communication. I went to the Medina County Career Center for culinary arts and learned a wide variety of cooking and front-of-house techniques. Understanding and writing new recipes when needed. Hardworking professional with skills in food preparation, cleaning and supply management. Focused on food safety and quick service.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Kitchen Expeditor

Longhorn Steakhouse
Medina
01.2025 - Current
  • Organized orders for kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow.
  • Managed final preparation of food and dishes, controlled and oversaw dishes before being served, reviewed, and improved service processes and eliminated obstacles.
  • Checked temperature of cooked foods using thermometers to ensure safety standards were met.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to health standards and regulations.
  • Communicated with wait staff, chefs and other kitchen personnel to coordinate food orders.

Server

Longhorn Steakhouse
Medina
11.2024 - Current
  • Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
  • Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
  • Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
  • Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
  • Addressed complaints to kitchen staff and served replacement items.
  • Accurately recorded orders on cash register and point-of-sale system.

Salad/Fry Cook

Longhorn Steakhouse
Medina
04.2023 - Current
  • Restocked and rotated food products using first-in, first-out method.
  • Labeled, dated and filled pans with chopped vegetables and prepared foods prior to shift.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Used grills, deep fryers and griddles to cook food.
  • Restocked kitchen supplies and food items to properly prepare for food service.
  • Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
  • Followed all safety and sanitation guidelines when handling food and cleaning kitchen areas.

Takeout Specialist

Longhorn Steakhouse
Medina
09.2022 - Current
  • Filled faxed, mobile and online orders accurately, efficiently, and on-time.
  • Checked during and after production to verify order accuracy and confirmed side, napkin and utensil quantities.
  • Processed payments using a cash register and credit and debit card machine.
  • Greeted customers and provided them with menu options.
  • Trained newly hired employees according to company procedures.

Sautee Cook/Baker/Prep Cook

Shale Creek Golf Club/ Granite Grill
Medina
05.2021 - 08.2022
  • Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
  • Wrote up recipes, prepped, baked, and portioned all dessert specials.
  • Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
  • Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.

Education

High School Diploma -

Medina County Career Center
Medina
05-2022

Skills

  • Order management
  • Food safety
  • Kitchen coordination
  • Temperature monitoring
  • Service improvement
  • Food preparation
  • Time management
  • Baking techniques
  • Recipe development
  • Ingredient measurement
  • Batter and filling preparation
  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Cooking techniques
  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Order taking
  • Stock organization
  • Sanitation procedures

Certification

  • Servsafe Certified (issued 10/7/2021
  • Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED course certified (issued 9/21/2021

Timeline

Kitchen Expeditor

Longhorn Steakhouse
01.2025 - Current

Server

Longhorn Steakhouse
11.2024 - Current

Salad/Fry Cook

Longhorn Steakhouse
04.2023 - Current

Takeout Specialist

Longhorn Steakhouse
09.2022 - Current

Sautee Cook/Baker/Prep Cook

Shale Creek Golf Club/ Granite Grill
05.2021 - 08.2022

High School Diploma -

Medina County Career Center

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