Teon Lynch
Miramar,FL
Summary
Motivated and hardworking Chef aiming to apply my 8 years of experience to contribute value to a hardworking food service team . Capable of pre-cooking items, preparing specialty foods and reading food orders off of monitors and slips. Experience cleaning grills, fryers and restaurant after closing. Strong background in food handling, Teamwork , working well under pressure and always willing to help teammates and customers.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Blue Martini
Brickell, FL
10.2022 - 02.2024
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
CHEF LINE COOK
PF Changs Restaurant
North Miami Beach, FL
12.2019 - 09.2022
- Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform with health codes.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes and silverware.
- Followed established recipes to prepare foods using techniques such as frying, simmering and steaming.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Prepared variety of meats, seafood, poultry and vegetables in broilers, ovens, grills and fryers to fulfill specific customer requests.
- Demonstrated and modeled positive and professional communication with customers and team members, resulting in engaged co-workers and satisfied and loyal customers.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
Line Cook
Jose's Uncle Al's Sport's Cafe
Sunrise, FL
06.2018 - 11.2019
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry and fish for frying purposes
- Handled portion control activities according to specified instructions provided by chef
- Collaborated with chef to collect information about specific customer desires and dietary needs
- Managed 50-100 orders daily
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity
- Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment by cleaning grills, griddles, ovens and fryers
- Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications
- Unloaded food supplies from distributor trucks to efficiently organize inventory
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products
- Distributed food to team members with efficiency in high-volume environment
Cook
Marjorie Jamaican American Restaurants
Miami, FL
06.2013 - 06.2018
- Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to check temperatures levels, ensuring proper functionality
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients to use oldest products first
- Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area
- Prepared 60-100 Dishes daily
DELI
Winn Dixie
MIRAMAR, FL
02.2011 - 08.2012
- Communicated effectively with deli counter customers to answer questions and make recommendations
- Maintained work areas in clean, neat and sanitized manner to reduce potential for illness or injury
- Closely adhered to food safety and sanitation procedures established by company and regulatory agencies
- Performed proper operation of refrigerators, freezers and warming lamps by collecting temperature readings Before, during ,and after shifts
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Sheridan Technical College
Hollywood, FLHigh School Diploma -
Leadership Academy
Coral Springs, FLSkills
*Cooking
*Food Service Experience
*Safety Training
*Cost Control
*Food Preparation
*Customer Service
*ServSafe
*Food Service Industry Knowledge
*Dish preparation
*Food plating and presentation
*Pastries, Breads and Desserts
*Inventory Management
*Team Leadership
- Frying
- Food Presentation
- Grilling
Certification
- SafeServ certification: Food Handling
Timeline
Cook
Blue Martini
10.2022 - 02.2024
CHEF LINE COOK
PF Changs Restaurant
12.2019 - 09.2022
Line Cook
Jose's Uncle Al's Sport's Cafe
06.2018 - 11.2019
Cook
Marjorie Jamaican American Restaurants
06.2013 - 06.2018
DELI
Winn Dixie
02.2011 - 08.2012
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Sheridan Technical College
High School Diploma -
Leadership Academy
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