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Sharon Washington

Biloxi

Summary

Reliable Head Cook offering [Number] years of experience working in busy, institutional-sized kitchens.

Team-oriented prep cook with several years of hands-on experience preparing food in fast-paced eating environments. Skilled in kitchen sanitization, basic cooking and ingredient measurement and assembly. Hardworking and punctual individual possessing excellent manual dexterity and familiarity of kitchen safety and health rules.

Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.

Precise Prep Cook well-versed in seasoning and preparing food for maximum effect. Expertise in monitoring food storage, sanitizing work surfaces and managing and tracking ingredients. Reliable team player dedicated to efficiency and punctuality.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Prep Cook

Coast coliseum
Biloxi
12.2024 - Current

Cater food for venues prep all foods sanitize clean stations work concession stands cook for concession stands temps food to order

  • Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment as required for meal preparation.
  • Inspected finished dishes for quality assurance purposes.
  • Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies, including food items and utensils.
  • Checked freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.
  • Cooked meats, fish, poultry or other foods using various methods such as baking, frying or grilling.

Head Cook

IP Casino Resort Spa
Biloxi
05.2023 - Current
  • Followed recipes and procedures to prepare, season and cook food products.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work stations and equipment, complying with regulatory procedures.
  • Kept kitchen, cooking utensils and storeroom clean and neat.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator each day to verify proper functioning.
  • Operated variety of kitchen equipment to measure and mix ingredients.
  • Sanitized counters and utensils used for preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.

Operater

Samsung sdi
Auburn Hills
08.2022 - 02.2023
  • Reported failures, malfunctions or wear issues on equipment to supervisor.
  • Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
  • Retained safe and clean work area in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
  • Rotated among various workstations, performing work necessary to meet production needs.
  • Taught new employees machine operation techniques and important business procedures.
  • Collaborated with coworkers to perform projects quickly and meet business goals.

Line Cook

Olive Garden Restaurant
Auburn
03.2006 - 10.2007
  • Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.

Night Baker

Old, country buffet.
Auburn
01.2005 - 03.2006
  • Maintained safe and sanitary area by checking food products' temperature and freshness.
  • Packaged and labeled baked goods with accurate descriptions and ingredients.
  • Measured, mixed and prepped raw materials according to company specifications and recipes.
  • Inspected baking equipment in accordance with cleanliness and safety standards.
  • Placed dough in pans, molds and sheets and monitored products during baking to adjust temperature.
  • Maintained atmosphere of enthusiastic customer awareness with emphasis on fast customer service.
  • Maintained temperature, sweep and sanitation logs to document proper conditions.

Education

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

Art Institute of Michigan
Novi, MI

Skills

  • Operations Management
  • Staff Training
  • Food Safety
  • Food Delivery
  • Menu Planning
  • Meal Preparation

Timeline

Prep Cook

Coast coliseum
12.2024 - Current

Head Cook

IP Casino Resort Spa
05.2023 - Current

Operater

Samsung sdi
08.2022 - 02.2023

Line Cook

Olive Garden Restaurant
03.2006 - 10.2007

Night Baker

Old, country buffet.
01.2005 - 03.2006

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

Art Institute of Michigan
Sharon Washington