Dynamic Cook Shift Leader at Ursinus College with a proven track record in team leadership and kitchen organization. Expert in menu planning and food presentation, enhancing customer satisfaction through high-quality meals. Successfully reduced waste and improved inventory management, while training staff to excel under pressure. Committed to maintaining exceptional food safety standards.
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Thomas Whitney
Pottstown,PA
Summary
Overview
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Ursinus College
Cook Shift Leader
08.2016 - 10.2024
Job overview
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to health department standards for safety and sanitation.
- Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities by overseeing multiple cooking stations simultaneously while maintaining quality control standards.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Successfully managed inventory and reduced waste by carefully monitoring food usage and rotating stock.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality meals in a timely manner.
- Trained and mentored new cooks, resulting in increased productivity and improved teamwork within the kitchen staff.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, maintaining focus on completing tasks efficiently without compromising quality.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Assisted in menu planning and development, incorporating guest feedback and industry trends to keep offerings fresh and appealing.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Supported overall restaurant success through cross-training in various positions when necessary to provide adequate coverage during busy times.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Education
Bok Vocational Philadelphia, PA
High School Diploma from Building Maintenance
06.2004
University Overview
Skills
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen organization
- Food storage
- Food preparation
- Food pairing
- Menu planning
- Food presentation
Timeline
Cook Shift Leader
Ursinus College
08.2016 - 10.2024
Bok Vocational
High School Diploma from Building Maintenance
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