Timothy Simmons
strongsville
Summary
Dedicated culinary professional skilled in food preparation, kitchen organization, and safe food handling. Proven ability to adapt quickly and collaborate effectively with team members to enhance customer satisfaction.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Gandalfs Pub and Restaurant
Valley City, OH
10.2025 - Current
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to recipes and quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and work areas.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring supplies are stocked and fresh.
- Collaborated with team members to deliver timely food service during peak hours.
- Monitored food safety practices, adhering to health regulations and guidelines.
- Adapted quickly to new menu items and seasonal changes in offerings.
- Supported head chef in executing daily specials and catering orders efficiently.
- Engaged in continuous learning of cooking techniques and kitchen operations best practices.
Dietary Cook/Kitchen Manager
Pearlview Care Center
Brunswick, OH
09.2024 - 10.2025
- Prepared nutritious meals adhering to dietary guidelines and individual resident needs.
- Assisted in menu planning, considering resident preferences and nutritional requirements.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in kitchen and food preparation areas.
- Collaborated with dietary staff to ensure efficient meal service and resident satisfaction.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety protocols and cooking techniques.
- Adapted recipes for special dietary restrictions, enhancing meal variety for residents.
- Engaged with residents to gather feedback, improving meal offerings based on preferences.
Personal Chef
Maitlan Family
Pepper Pike Ohio
01.2014 - 09.2024
- Developed customized meal plans based on clients' dietary preferences and nutritional needs.
- Prepared and presented high-quality meals with attention to seasonal ingredients and flavor profiles.
- Managed grocery shopping, ensuring fresh and organic produce selection for optimal meal preparation.
- Streamlined kitchen processes, enhancing efficiency in food preparation and service delivery.
- Coordinated special events, creating tailored menus for family gatherings and celebrations.
- Implemented inventory management systems to reduce waste and optimize ingredient usage effectively.
- Planned menus that incorporated healthy, fresh food sourced from local farmers and stores.
- Prepared and served meals for small dinner parties and large events and complied with diet requests and special accommodations.
- Labeled food to include reheating and safe storage and handling instructions.
- Received consistently positive feedback from clients for exceptional taste and presentation of prepared meals.
- Demonstrated flexibility in accommodating last-minute changes to menus or guest numbers while still delivering high-quality results.
- Conducted comprehensive nutritional analyses of dishes to accommodate clients'' specific health goals or dietary restrictions.
- Shopped at specialty grocery stores to obtain ingredients needed for food preparation.
Chef/Kitchen Manager
The Depot Berea
Berea, OH
02.2017 - 01.2023
- Led kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation and presentation.
- Developed seasonal menus, incorporating local ingredients to enhance customer experience.
- Trained and mentored junior chefs, fostering a collaborative kitchen environment.
- Implemented cost-control measures, reducing food waste and optimizing inventory management.
- Streamlined food preparation processes, improving efficiency without compromising quality.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service during peak hours.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained compliance with health and safety regulations, promoting a safe working environment.
- Innovated cooking techniques, enhancing flavor profiles and diversifying menu offerings.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
Cook
The Vintage Restaurant
Elkins, WV
03.2008 - 02.2013
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Education
2 Year Certification - Auto Technology
Polaris Joint Vocational
Middleburg Heights Ohio06-1995
High School Diploma -
Strongsville High School
Strongsville, OH06-1994
Skills
- Customer service
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Cooking
- Multitasking and organization
- Kitchen organization
- Frying
- Cooking techniques
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Supply restocking
- Sanitation
- Knife skills
- Surface cleaning
- Hospitality and service industry background
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Sanitation practices
- Grilling
- Food presentation
- Food plating and presentation
- Food waste reduction
- Contamination prevention
Timeline
Cook
Gandalfs Pub and Restaurant
10.2025 - Current
Dietary Cook/Kitchen Manager
Pearlview Care Center
09.2024 - 10.2025
Chef/Kitchen Manager
The Depot Berea
02.2017 - 01.2023
Personal Chef
Maitlan Family
01.2014 - 09.2024
Cook
The Vintage Restaurant
03.2008 - 02.2013
2 Year Certification - Auto Technology
Polaris Joint Vocational
High School Diploma -
Strongsville High School