Shannon Robinson
Lacey
Summary
Lead Line Cook skilled in enhancing food presentation and sanitation, contributing to elevated customer satisfaction. Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities and efficient operation of kitchen equipment, ensuring timely and high-quality dining experiences.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
Red Wind Casino
Olympia
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Prepared a variety of dishes following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely food preparation and service.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Communicated effectively with front-of-house staff regarding menu changes and special requests.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
Lead Breakfast Line Cook
Hyatt Regency
Settale
04.2023 - 01.2025
- Utilized extensive knowledge of menu items and ingredients to accommodate customer requests and dietary restrictions effectively.
- Verified that prepared food meets requirements for quality and quantity before serving guests.
- Prepared a variety of baked goods, including breads, rolls, cakes, and pastries, ensuring quality and freshness.
- Planned timing of food production to coordinate with meal serving hours, preserving food quality.
- Trained newly hired line workers regarding store recipes and policies.
- Maintained freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items and rotating stock.
- Observed and tested foods to determine if had been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, and piercing them with utensils.
- Prepared dishes according to restaurant recipes and specifications within set time frames.
- Portioned, arranged, and garnished food and served food to waiters or patrons.
- Prepared and sold food that met food quality indicators.
- Accurately read food orders from tickets or monitors in order to prepare requested items correctly.
- Weighed, measured, and mixed ingredients according to recipes and personal judgment, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
- Followed established sanitation procedures while cleaning kitchens, dishware, and utensils.
- Organized and replenished prep stations, minimizing wait times and preventing ingredient shortages.
- Observed all food safety guidelines and regulations to reduce risks.
- Worked with other members of the kitchen staff to ensure efficient service.
- Restocked ingredient levels and reported inventory shortages.
Lead Line Cook
Shawn O'Donnell American Grill
Settale
05.2018 - 04.2023
- Trained new line workers on recipes and policies to ensure consistent food quality and adherence to standards.
- Prepared dishes according to restaurant recipes and specifications within set time frames.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of menu items and ingredients to effectively address customer requests and dietary needs.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline service and enhance overall dining experience.
- Replenished ingredient levels and reported inventory shortages.
Line Cook
Denny's
Tacoma
03.2017 - 05.2018
Skills
- Knife Skills
- Food Preparation
- Sanitation Practices
- Food Storage
- Stock Rotation
- Cooking equipment operation
- Equipment operation
- Station Coordination
- Food plating
- Cleaning and organization
- Inventory management
- Mentoring Junior Cooks
- Problem-Solving
- Team collaboration
- Guest Interaction
Certification
Food Handlers Card
Timeline
Line Cook
Red Wind Casino
01.2025 - 01.2026
Lead Breakfast Line Cook
Hyatt Regency
04.2023 - 01.2025
Lead Line Cook
Shawn O'Donnell American Grill
05.2018 - 04.2023
Line Cook
Denny's
03.2017 - 05.2018