Tobias Alexander
Houston,TX
Summary
Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard. Apt Lead Cook with exceptional multitasking skills and adaptability. Proficient in monitoring employee progress for fantastic time management and delegating kitchen tasks effectively. Talented at innovative menu planning and thorough food preparations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Cook
Rice University
02.2020 - 11.2023
- Supervised line cooks to monitor food safety and order accuracy.
- Delegated jobs within kitchen depending on restaurant traffic and employee skill.
- Taught kitchen staff safety protocols and restaurant standards.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Took over line positions in event of emergency.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Coordinated line cook break schedules to avoid delays during busy periods and maintain adequate coverage.
- Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
Line Cook
Houston Zoo, SSA
04.2017 - 08.2019
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Worked multiple stations cooking food to order
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
- Developed innovative, creative menu items and recipes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - HVAC
Fortis Institute
Houston, TX10.2023
Skills
- Ingredient Preparation
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Post-Shift Cleanup
- Cleaning and Sanitizing Methods
- Management Training
- Kitchen Sanitization
- Performance Improvement
- Food Safety
Certification
- Food Handlers License
- TABC
- EPA Universal Certification
- OSHA 10
- Defensive Driving
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Lead Cook
Rice University
02.2020 - 11.2023
Line Cook
Houston Zoo, SSA
04.2017 - 08.2019
Associate of Applied Science - HVAC
Fortis Institute
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