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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Timeline
Server
Tamika Courtney

Tamika Courtney

Head Line Cook
Rome,NY

Summary

Adept Head Cook with a proven track record at The Palisades Hotel, enhancing kitchen operations and elevating food quality by implementing cost control and sanitation standards. Skilled in food preparation and staff management, I excel in fostering team collaboration and boosting customer satisfaction. My approach has consistently improved kitchen efficiency and food safety, ensuring a memorable dining experience.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Cook

The Palisades Hotel
06.2017 - Current
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, meeting or exceeding health department requirements.
  • Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.

Prep Cook

The Crust
08.2020 - 04.2022
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.

Line Cook

CPJ'S
04.2017 - 10.2019
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.

Education

Diploma - Culinary

Stratford Culinary Institute
Vermont, IL

General Studies

Heidelberg High School DODDS
Heidelberg Germany
06.2000

Skills

Food Preparation

Languages

German
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Prep Cook

The Crust
08.2020 - 04.2022

Head Cook

The Palisades Hotel
06.2017 - Current

Line Cook

CPJ'S
04.2017 - 10.2019

Diploma - Culinary

Stratford Culinary Institute

General Studies

Heidelberg High School DODDS
Tamika CourtneyHead Line Cook