Thomas Lightcap
Port Saint Lucie
Summary
Proactive Chef with extensive experience in preparing high-quality meals under time constraints and managing kitchen operations. Skilled in inventory control, compliance with health and safety regulations, and developing innovative menu items. Brings strong leadership and a commitment to maintaining efficient and sanitary work environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Aramark Campus, LLC @ Clover Park(NY Mets)
02.2020 - Current
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
AM Cook
Watercrest Senior Living Group
06.2018 - 01.2020
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict health and safety guidelines.
- Trained new staff members on kitchen procedures, leading to an increase in overall team productivity.
- Proactively addressed any equipment maintenance issues, minimizing downtime and maintaining efficient kitchen operations.
- Developed new breakfast menu items, incorporating seasonal ingredients for fresh and innovative dishes.
- Utilized strong multitasking abilities to manage multiple cooking stations simultaneously while maintaining high standards of quality control.
- Ensured all morning meals met dietary restrictions of guests by working closely with servers and modifying recipes accordingly.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss operational improvements and share best practices among team members.
Chef
Loggerhead Marina
03.2016 - 06.2018
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
NY Institute of Technology Culinary Arts Center
Commack, NY04.1984
Skills
- Cooking
- Food Preparation
- Special Diets Knowledge
- Extensive catering background
- Hospitality and service industry background
Timeline
Cook
Aramark Campus, LLC @ Clover Park(NY Mets)
02.2020 - Current
AM Cook
Watercrest Senior Living Group
06.2018 - 01.2020
Chef
Loggerhead Marina
03.2016 - 06.2018
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
NY Institute of Technology Culinary Arts Center
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