Steven Benedetto
Mahopac,NY
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with experience at Countryside Kitchen, excelling in food preparation and kitchen sanitation. Proven ability to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction through effective team collaboration and attention to detail. Highly motivated and reliable, skilled in recipe adherence and staff training, ensuring high-quality service in fast-paced environments. Advanced from dishwasher to line cook in under 2 years. Always willing to adapt to new situations and learn new skills. Also skilled in outdoor work such as gardening and landscaping.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Countryside Kitchen
02.2020 - Current
- Prepared ingredients by chopping, slicing, and measuring components for menu items.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to ensure a safe cooking environment.
- Assisted in cooking processes by following recipes and guidelines under supervision.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation and service efficiency.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely while adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Adapted to fast-paced kitchen environment while managing multiple tasks effectively.
- Engaged in continuous learning of culinary techniques to enhance cooking skills and knowledge.
- 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.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking supplies and placing orders as needed.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workstation.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Deli Clerk
Stop & Shop
03.2020 - 09.2021
- Assisted customers with deli selections, providing exceptional service and product knowledge.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of deli area, adhering to safety and health standards.
- Operated slicers and other deli equipment efficiently, ensuring high-quality product presentation.
- Trained new staff on best practices for food handling and customer service procedures.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Precisely measured, weighed, sliced, and packaged deli products according to customer requests while minimizing waste.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to food safety guidelines and promptly addressing any hazards.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Provided an enjoyable shopping experience for customers by engaging in friendly conversations while efficiently preparing their orders.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper deli procedures, ensuring consistent quality across the team.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and maintaining a clean, organized deli counter.
- Offered product samples to customers, generating additional sales through taste-testing.
- Listened to customer requests and suggested additional menu items as appropriate to upsell products.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sharing knowledge on deli items to guide their choices.
- Maintained strict adherence to health and safety guidelines, ensuring safe shopping and working environment.
- Trained new deli clerks, enhancing team's efficiency and service quality.
Dishwasher
Vincenzos Pizzeria & Caterring
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Operated dishwashing equipment to ensure cleanliness and sanitation of kitchenware.
- Maintained organized workspace by sorting and storing clean dishes efficiently.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline workflow during peak service hours.
- Trained new employees on proper dishwashing techniques and safety protocols.
- Provided support during busy shifts, ensuring timely availability of clean dishes for service staff.
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
- Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas, and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
- Completed additional cleaning tasks within the kitchen area, contributing to an overall sanitary work environment.
- Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace for fellow staff members.
- Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents, and sanitizers to protect customer health.
- Increased performance reliability under pressure by consistently meeting fast-paced dishwashing demands, even during the busiest service periods.
- Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
- Assisted with basic food preparation tasks as needed, helping expedite meal service for guests.
- Fostered a positive work environment by maintaining a professional attitude and appearance at all times.
- Helped team meet expected demands by restocking work areas throughout restaurant such as server stations, salad bars, and supply cupboards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Walter Panas High-school
Cortlandt Manor, NY06.2012
Skills
Food preparation
Additional Information
Reference page:
Anthony Verde; 845-391-4421
Joanne Turlish; 845-649-2484
Vincenzo Cicco; 570-239-6095
Cindy Elliott; 914-906-4264
Timeline
Deli Clerk
Stop & Shop
03.2020 - 09.2021
Line Cook
Countryside Kitchen
02.2020 - Current
Dishwasher
Vincenzos Pizzeria & Caterring
02.2019 - 02.2020
High School Diploma -
Walter Panas High-school