Shantae Strickland
Chef
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Max's Wine Dive
San Antonio, TX
- Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment by cleaning grills, griddles, ovens and fryers
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
Line Cook
Sushi Zushi
San Antonio, TX
07.2019 - 09.2020
- Inspecting the quality of fruits, vegetables, and fish used to prepare sushi dishes and informing the Executive Chef when quality is sub-standard.
- Preparing various types of sushi dishes according to established guidelines on quality, portion size, presentation, and food safety.
- Maintaining a clean work environment in order to prevent food contamination.
- Regularly taking inventory of food supplies and other products.
- Reporting any problems with kitchen equipment to the manager on duty.
- Sterilizing all utensils, instruments, and equipment used in sushi preparation before every use.
- Communicating with wait staff to ensure that special requests and food allergy considerations are met.
Line Cook
The Good Kind Group
San Antonio, TX
03.2019 - 07.2019
- Sets up and stocks food items and other necessary supplies.
- Prepares food items by cutting, chopping, mixing, and preparing sauces.
- Cooks food items by grilling, frying, sauteing, and other cooking methods to specified recipes and standards.
- Maintain cleanliness and complies with food sanitation requirements by properly handling food and ensuring correct storage.
- Cleans and sanitizes cooking surfaces at the end of the shift.
- Performs inventory checks and completes food storage logs.
Room Service Order Taker
St. Antony Hotel
San Antonio, TX
03.2017 - 09.2018
- I was responsible to coordinate all service requirements addressed to Room Service department, Primarily responsible for guest orders from room or pool area via phone or any other ordering devices like mobile apps, TV etc.
Assistant Manager
JIM'S RESTAURANT
San Antonio, TX
11.2016 - 03.2017
- Recruiting, training and supervising staff.
- Agreeing and managing budgets.
- Ensuring compliance with licensing, hygiene and health and safety legislation/guidelines Promoting and marketing the business.
- Overseeing stock levels.
- Ordering supplies.
- Producing staff rotas.
Line Cook
FREESTYLE
Chicago, IL
05.2014 - 08.2016
- Wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption.
- Bake breads, rolls, cakes, and pastries.
- Prepare relishes and hors d'oeuvre.
- Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces, or serving areas to ensure Safe and sanitary food-handling practices.
Front Desk Clerk
FLATTS LLC
Chicago, IL
01.2013 - 06.2014
- Operate telephone switchboard to answer, screen, or forward calls, providing information, taking messages, or scheduling appointments.
- File and maintain records.
- Collect, sort, distribute, or prepare mail, messages, or courier deliveries.
- Receive payment and record receipts for services.
- Schedule appointments and maintain and update appointment calendars.
- Perform duties, such as taking care of plants or straightening magazines to maintain lobby or reception area.
Line Cook
INSPIRATION KITCHENS
Chicago, IL
02.2011 - 02.2014
- Determine how food should be presented and create decorative food displays.
- Instruct cooks or other workers in the preparation, cooking, garnishing, or presentation of food.
- Prepare and cook foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.
- Collaborate with other personnel to plan and develop recipes or menus, taking into account such factors as seasonal availability of ingredients or the likely number of customers.
- Meet with customers to discuss menus for special occasions, such as weddings, parties, or banquets.
Chef
INSPIRATION KITCHENS
Chicago, IL
04.2013 - 08.2013
- Grill, cook, and fry foods such as french fries, eggs, and pancakes.
- Clean food preparation equipment, work areas, and counters or tables.
- Take orders from customers and cook foods requiring short preparation times, according to customer requirements.
- Restock kitchen supplies, rotate food, and stamp the time and date on food in coolers.
- Perform food preparation tasks, such as making sandwiches, carving meats, making soups or salads, baking breads or desserts, and brewing coffee or tea.
Server Assistant
LEVY RESTAURANTS
Chicago, IL
02.2004 - 02.2009
- Wipe tables or seats with dampened cloths or replace dirty tablecloths.
- Scrape and stack dirty dishes and carry dishes and other tableware to kitchens for cleaning.
- Maintain adequate supplies of items such as clean linens, silverware, glassware, dishes, or trays.
- Perform serving, cleaning, or stocking duties in establishments, such as cafeterias or dining rooms, to facilitate customer service.
- Serve ice water, coffee, rolls, or butter to patrons.
- Locate items requested by customers.
- Carry food, dishes, trays, or silverware from kitchens or supply departments to serving counters.
- Run cash registers.
Education
Associate - Culinary Arts
LEXINGTON COLLEGE
08.2001 - 06.2003
High School Diploma - General Studies
HYDE PARK ACADEMY
Skills
Food rotation
Timeline
Line Cook
Sushi Zushi
07.2019 - 09.2020
Line Cook
The Good Kind Group
03.2019 - 07.2019
Room Service Order Taker
St. Antony Hotel
03.2017 - 09.2018
Assistant Manager
JIM'S RESTAURANT
11.2016 - 03.2017
Line Cook
FREESTYLE
05.2014 - 08.2016
Chef
INSPIRATION KITCHENS
04.2013 - 08.2013
Front Desk Clerk
FLATTS LLC
01.2013 - 06.2014
Line Cook
INSPIRATION KITCHENS
02.2011 - 02.2014
Server Assistant
LEVY RESTAURANTS
02.2004 - 02.2009
Associate - Culinary Arts
LEXINGTON COLLEGE
08.2001 - 06.2003
High School Diploma - General Studies
HYDE PARK ACADEMY
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Max's Wine Dive
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