Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
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Steve Pierce

Grand Rapids,MI

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with a strong background at Creative Dining Service, excelling in food preparation and customer service. Proven knife skills and a commitment to sanitation ensure high-quality dishes. Recognized for enhancing team efficiency and fostering a collaborative kitchen environment, consistently delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook

Creative Dining Service
01.2024 - Current
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
  • Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
  • Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
  • Showcased excellent knife skills for precise cutting and preparation of various ingredients.
  • Adhered to recipe guidelines while demonstrating creativity in plating and garnishing dishes for enhanced visual appeal.
  • Mentored junior cooks in refining culinary skills through hands-on guidance.
  • Improved menu offerings, incorporating seasonal ingredients and innovative cooking methods.
  • Implemented rotating menu concept, keeping dining experience fresh and engaging for regular customers.
  • Coordinated with front of house to ensure smooth service during busy periods, enhancing customer dining experience.
  • Trained new kitchen staff, ensuring they met restaurant's high standards.
  • Developed and maintained clean and organized kitchen workspace, setting standard for team.
  • Fostered culture of teamwork and communication within kitchen, leading to improved efficiency.
  • Ensured compliance with all food safety regulations, maintaining record of excellence in health inspections.
  • Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, ensuring safe dining environment.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure timely meal preparation, even during peak hours.
  • Adapted quickly to menu changes and customer requests, demonstrating flexibility and problem-solving skills.
  • Optimized use of kitchen equipment to speed up cooking times without compromising food quality.

Mover

Goodfoot Movers
09.2013 - Current
  • Worked closely with team members to develop efficient strategies for completing moves within designated timeframes.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with customer possessions or merchandise weighing up to [Number] lbs.
  • Maneuvered items carefully through narrow hallways and doorways to prevent damage.
  • Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
  • Reduced potential damage to items by using appropriate packing materials and techniques for fragile or valuable possessions.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by coordinating with coworkers to complete tasks quickly and effectively.
  • Inspected items for damage and reported issues to supervisor for resolution.
  • Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.

Pizza Maker

Freds Italian Restaurant
03.2023 - 09.2023
  • Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
  • Rolled and shaped dough to correct sizes and shapes based on orders to fit in oven and cook evenly.
  • Learned and memorized menu items and specials to provide accurate and up-to-date information to kitchen staff.
  • Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.
  • Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage.
  • Developed strong time management skills by juggling multiple orders during peak hours without compromising quality.
  • Monitored and maintained clean working areas and cooking surfaces.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for efficient pizza making, ensuring optimal productivity.
  • Followed food safety and sanitation guidelines to prevent foodborne illnesses and promote customer health and safety.
  • Maintained pizza-making and kitchen equipment to keep items in good working condition and kitchen operating smoothly.
  • Wiped down counters and food prep stations using bleach and clean cloths.
  • Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with customers, addressing their needs, and resolving any issues promptly.
  • Monitored pizzas throughout cooking process to deliver correct doneness and prevent burning or undercooking.

Catering Chef

Oasis Catering
01.2022 - 10.2022
  • Cooked for large groups of people and managing various types of food for large events.
  • Ordered food items and supplies needed to fulfill catering jobs.
  • Crafted exciting catering options for clients.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary kitchen environment by adhering to strict health and safety regulations.

Education

High School Diploma -

George A. Dondero
Royal Oak, MI
06-1992

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Cooking
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Food handling
  • Frying
  • Knife skills
  • Sanitation
  • Supply restocking
  • Surface cleaning
  • Hospitality and service industry background

Languages

English

Timeline

Cook

Creative Dining Service
01.2024 - Current

Pizza Maker

Freds Italian Restaurant
03.2023 - 09.2023

Catering Chef

Oasis Catering
01.2022 - 10.2022

Mover

Goodfoot Movers
09.2013 - Current

High School Diploma -

George A. Dondero