Shedrick Troutman
Riverview,FL
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented culinary professional with extensive experience at Olive Garden Restaurant. Proven ability in food preparation and presentation, enhancing guest satisfaction through exceptional service. Skilled in waste reduction and efficient multitasking, consistently optimizing kitchen operations while maintaining high sanitation standards. Committed to delivering quality meals and fostering a collaborative team environment.
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.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Line Cook
Olive Garden Restaurant
02.2002 - 05.2023
- Worked closely with other line cooks to ensure consistency across all stations, delivering a cohesive dining experience for guests.
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to effectively manage multiple orders at once while ensuring high-quality output and timely service.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in food preparation and presentation.
- Provided excellent customer service by swiftly addressing any concerns or special requests from guests regarding dietary restrictions or preferences.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
Prep Cook
Perkins Restaurants & Bakery
07.2004 - 01.2007
- Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Minimized cross-contamination risks by diligently organizing food storage and prep areas.
- Optimized food prep sequence, significantly reducing customer wait times.
Cook
Joe's Diner
10.2008 - 12.2009
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Education
No Degree -
University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK08-1991
High School Diploma -
Crisp County High School
Cordele, GA05-1988
Skills
- Food preparation
- Hot food preparation
- Food presentation
- Cooking techniques
- Sanitation practices
- Stock rotation
- Meat cutting
- Vegetable chopping
- Ingredient identification
- Waste reduction
- Seasoning techniques
- Temperature control
- Portion control
- Braising techniques
- Steaming techniques
- Marinating techniques
- Sauteing techniques
- Fruit slicing
- Cold food preparation
- Willingness to learn
- Cleaning and organization
- Efficient multitasking
- Cleaning and sanitizing
Timeline
Cook
Joe's Diner
10.2008 - 12.2009
Prep Cook
Perkins Restaurants & Bakery
07.2004 - 01.2007
Prep Line Cook
Olive Garden Restaurant
02.2002 - 05.2023
No Degree -
University of Alaska Anchorage
High School Diploma -
Crisp County High School
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