SOKLI SUM
Utica
Summary
Passionate and skilled cook with a strong attention to detail and an artistic approach to culinary creations. Known for delivering quality dishes that showcase both creativity and precision. A quick learner, adept at mastering new techniques and recipes with ease. A reliable team player who thrives in collaborative environments, always willing to support colleagues and contribute to a positive, productive atmosphere. Dedicated to excellence with a focus on both presentation and taste.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
American Dining Creations
Herkimer
01.2026 - Current
- Prepared diverse menu items according to recipes and presentation standards.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Monitored temperatures of hot and cold food areas to maintain food safety standards.
- Set up work stations efficiently prior to opening.
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures to ensure food quality and safety.
- processed customer food orders in campus dining facility, ensuring order accuracy and timely service.
Banquet Cook
Turning Stone Resort Casino
Verona
09.2023 - 01.2026
- Prepared ingredients, and cooked for executive lunch incorporating artistic culinary skills.
- Chopped vegetables, trimmed meats and prepared sauces in advance to serve guests promptly and efficiently.
- Grilled, roasted, baked, fried, and performed other cooking techniques to produce high volume meals.
- Dated and rotated food containers, safely stored, maintained a clean and sanitary work environment in compliance with health department regulations to maximize food safety.
Server/Cashier
Rosario's Pizzeria
Utica
03.2021 - 12.2023
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
Line Cook/ Fryer/ Cold&Hot Cook
Rosario's Pizzeria
Utica
03.2021 - 12.2023
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Instructed/trained new staff in prepared orders, proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Education
Undergrad - Health Professionals
Herkimer County Community College
Herkimer, NY05-2028
Some College (No Degree) - Health Sciences
Mohawk Valley Community College
Utica, NYHigh School Diploma -
Thomas R. Proctor High School
Utica, NY06-2021
Skills
- Food preparation, and presentation
- Cooking techniques
- Customer Service
- Detail oriented
- Problem solving
- Extremely quick learner
- Workplace Professionalism
Timeline
Cook
American Dining Creations
01.2026 - Current
Banquet Cook
Turning Stone Resort Casino
09.2023 - 01.2026
Server/Cashier
Rosario's Pizzeria
03.2021 - 12.2023
Line Cook/ Fryer/ Cold&Hot Cook
Rosario's Pizzeria
03.2021 - 12.2023
Undergrad - Health Professionals
Herkimer County Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Health Sciences
Mohawk Valley Community College
High School Diploma -
Thomas R. Proctor High School