Adrian Forrester
Cook II
Johns Island,South Carolina
Summary
Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Cook II
Kiawah Island Club
04.2023 - Current
- Undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces, parboiling food etc. and measure ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
- Suggested actionable improvements to streamline training procedures.
Snow Maker
Killington/Pico Ski Resort
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Recorded temperatures, material amounts and test results on report forms.
- Monitored and adjusted pressure gauges, ammeters and flowmeters to maintain specified conditions.
- Hike and work in extreme cold and inclement weather conditions.
- Connect hoses to water sources, move equipments, scrape and break excess frost, ice or frozen product from equipment to prevent accumulation using manual labor and hand tools.
- Resolved process inaccuracies while monitoring performance, site safety and project status.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Detective Constable
Jamaica Constabulary Force
11.2011 - 10.2022
- Ensured the safety and security of people and their property.
- Assisted in inspections and investigations of individuals as per orders given by higher authorities
- Trained in responding quickly and efficiently to safety hazards and natural disasters.
- Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
- Investigated complaints brought by members of community by conducting interviews and compiling evidence.
- Conducted personal, property, and event surveillance.
Maintenance Technician
Caribbean Hatchery
01.2009 - 09.2011
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
Education
High School Diploma -
Anchovy High School
St. James, Jamaica 06.2007
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Interactive team player
- Interpersonal and customer service skills
- Good time management skills
Timeline
Cook II
Kiawah Island Club
04.2023 - Current
Snow Maker
Killington/Pico Ski Resort
11.2022 - 04.2023
Detective Constable
Jamaica Constabulary Force
11.2011 - 10.2022
Maintenance Technician
Caribbean Hatchery
01.2009 - 09.2011
High School Diploma -
Anchovy High School
- Certified Electrical Installation Technician, Level II- The National Council on Technical & Vocational Education & Training (NCTVET)- May- November 2009
- Certified Industrial Electrical Maintenance, Level III- The National Council on Technical & Vocational Education & Training (NCTVET)- March 2009- September 2009
Certification
- Certified Electrical Installation Technician, Level II- The National Council on Technical & Vocational Education & Training (NCTVET)- May- November 2009
- Certified Industrial Electrical Maintenance, Level III- The National Council on Technical & Vocational Education & Training (NCTVET)- March 2009- September 2009
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