Thomas Pena
Chicago,IL
Summary
Punctual, hard-working individual that has obtained excellent cooking skills through long work hours. I am a team player that can work multiple work stations and offers help when and where its needed. Very trainable, open minded and willing to learn.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Line Cook
Coopershawk
02.2022 - 08.2023
- 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.
- Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, encouraged teamwork and communication skills.
- Maintained high-quality food standards by ensuring consistent execution of recipes and presentation techniques.
Shift Supervisor
Burgermoovment
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Managed cash handling procedures, maintaining accuracy in financial transactions and minimizing discrepancies in daily reconciliations.
- Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns.
- Managed store inventory and placed produce orders with Sysco, and other food distributors.
Shift Manager
Crispy Chiks
02.2020 - 01.2021
- Responsible for opening and closing restaurant.
- Attended weekly meetings with upper management and give a weekly report.
- Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
- Worked the line during busy hours.
Education
GED -
City Colleges of Chicago - Wilbur Wright College
Chicago, IL2005
Skills
- Great at time management and food temps
- Awesome communication skills
- Food assembly
- Sanitation Practices
Timeline
Lead Line Cook
Coopershawk
02.2022 - 08.2023
Shift Supervisor
Burgermoovment
03.2021 - 01.2022
Shift Manager
Crispy Chiks
02.2020 - 01.2021
GED -
City Colleges of Chicago - Wilbur Wright College
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