Stephen Crowther
9496 W Diablo Dr, Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Proficient Line Cook highly effective at operating in high volume, demanding environments. Adaptable professional able to handle any challenge. 30 Year background in the industry.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Legacy House of Southern Hills
10.2023 - Current
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Supported head chef during high-volume periods by efficiently executing complex tasks with precision under pressure.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using various kitchen equipment safely for efficient food preparation.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workstation.
- Assisted in training of new line cooks, ensuring they met kitchen's high standards quickly.
Lead Line Cook
Garfinkel's Sports Bar & Grill
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies for maximum productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning and sanitation protocols.
Lead Line Cook
The Corner Office Restaurant + Martini Bar
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning and sanitation protocols.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
Line Cook
Rex's American Grill & Bar
05.2021 - 02.2022
- Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning and sanitation protocols.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies for maximum productivity.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
Line Cook
Lola's Louisiana Kitchen
02.2020 - 05.2021
- Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning and sanitation protocols.
- Cleaned counters, food preparation areas and equipment with sanitizing spray to reduce risk of cross-contamination.
- Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Checked each food item for freshness and provided feedback to kitchen supervisor for removal.
- Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
Line Cook
Mr. Lucky's -Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
11.2018 - 02.2020
- Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning and sanitation protocols.
- Cleaned counters, food preparation areas and equipment with sanitizing spray to reduce risk of cross-contamination.
- Checked each food item for freshness and provided feedback to kitchen supervisor for removal.
- Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
Lead Line Cook
Traverse Restaurant & Bar
09.2017 - 09.2018
- Directly oversaw the overnight store operations, including issuing staff assignments and creating production lists.
- Followed proper standards for product freshness, food safety, weights and measures, refrigeration and sanitation.
- Maintained complete knowledge of restaurant menu, including daily specials.
- Planned and directed food preparation in a fast-paced environment.
Lead Line Cook/Supervisor
Fatty's Pizzeria
09.2013 - 09.2017
- Planned and directed food preparation in a fast-paced environment.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Developed full, tasting, and special events menus.
- Plated in an attractive manner according to restaurant standards.
Lead Line Cook
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
06.2012 - 09.2013
- Supervised, trained and developed team members in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Worked and directed food preparation in a fast-paced environment.
- Acted as supervisor when needed.
Lead Line Cook/Supervisor
Breckenridge Brewery & Pub
01.1993 - 01.2012
- Worked busiest positions to ensure proper timing and production.
- Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
- Coordinated and organized all restaurant inventory.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bowie High School
Bowie, MDSkills
- Food and kitchen safety
- Food Preparation
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Food plating and presentation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Quality Control
- Knife Skills
- Cleaning and Organization
Timeline
Line Cook
Legacy House of Southern Hills
10.2023 - Current
Lead Line Cook
Garfinkel's Sports Bar & Grill
07.2022 - 08.2023
Lead Line Cook
The Corner Office Restaurant + Martini Bar
02.2022 - 07.2022
Line Cook
Rex's American Grill & Bar
05.2021 - 02.2022
Line Cook
Lola's Louisiana Kitchen
02.2020 - 05.2021
Line Cook
Mr. Lucky's -Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
11.2018 - 02.2020
Lead Line Cook
Traverse Restaurant & Bar
09.2017 - 09.2018
Lead Line Cook/Supervisor
Fatty's Pizzeria
09.2013 - 09.2017
Lead Line Cook
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
06.2012 - 09.2013
Lead Line Cook/Supervisor
Breckenridge Brewery & Pub
01.1993 - 01.2012
High School Diploma -
Bowie High School
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