Talon Collins
Buffalo Wild Wings
Shawnee
11
years of professional experience
Experienced Line Cook Trainer with 9+ years in fast-paced kitchens, skilled in hot food preparation, knife work, sanitation, and team coaching. Known for improving workflow, consistency, and kitchen speed during peak service.
Work History
Line Cook Trainer
5 Years 2 Months- Trained new line cooks on station setup, prep procedures, and Buffalo Wild Wings' kitchen standards.
- Coordinated back-of-house workflow to maintain speed, accuracy, and ticket consistency during peak service.
- Supported teammates by cross-training staff on fry, grill, and expo responsibilities.
- Streamlined kitchen communication between expo and line staff to reduce service delays.
- Corrected performance gaps through hands-on coaching on knife skills, grill timing, and station organization.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work and ingredient organization.
- Reinforced food safety, sanitation, and proper handling practices across line and prep stations.
Kitchen Hand
2 Years 4 Months- Maintained clean, sanitized kitchen stations and equipment to support food safety compliance.
- Prepared ingredients, washed produce, and completed basic food prep for service readiness.
- Supported chefs with timely stock rotation, labeling, and organized dry storage areas.
- Operated dishwashing processes to keep cookware, utensils, and service items available throughout shifts.
- Disposed of waste, managed recycling, and upheld safe back-of-house housekeeping standards.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to streamline prep, cleaning, and end-of-shift breakdown tasks.
- Trained new kitchen hands on sanitation routines, equipment handling, and workflow expectations.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
Line Cook
1 Year 6 Months- Coordinated kitchen flow with team members to support timely order completion during peak periods.
- Operated ovens, grills, and prep equipment safely to maintain consistent food quality.
- Monitored food safety standards and sanitation practices across prep stations and storage areas.
- Prepared pizza ingredients and menu items while following standardized recipes and portion guidelines.
- Restocked ingredients and supplies to keep production areas organized and fully stocked.
- Trained new kitchen staff on prep procedures, equipment use, and cleanliness expectations.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Kitchen Hand
1 Year 10 Months- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Hot food prep
Food prep
Knife handling
Cooking methods
Sanitation practices
Food plating
Station setup
Allergen management
Grilling methods
Deep-frying methods
Portion management
Food preservation
Timeline
Line Cook Trainer
Buffalo Wild Wings
08.2021 - CurrentRead More
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BrickStreet
03.2019 - 07.2021Read More
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Pizza Hut
09.2017 - 03.2019Read More
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Phillys
11.2015 - 09.2017Read More
Sabetha High Dchool
High School Diploma
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