Diligent Kitchen Crew Member demonstrating exceptional work ethic and dependable nature shown across [Number] years of food service experience. Fast, dependable grill cook accustomed to working in high-tempo, high-volume kitchen environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Grill Cook
Dedorah Millers Catering Events
03.2022 - 07.2022
Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment regularly.
Maintained clean, organized grill stations for hygienic, orderly food preparation.
Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
Stored and handled goods correctly to maintain freshness and condition.
Established and maintained productive staff relationships for positive working environments.
Bar Cook
Casuellula Cheese And Wine Cafe
03.2021 - 03.2022
Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
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.
Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Certified Crew Trainer
Smashburger- Flagship Location
07.2018 - 12.2020
Taught new team members correct procedures for all areas of operations.
Set positive example for team members by providing high-quality, efficient service.
Studied crew members during work shift to provide feedback and guidance in improving performance.
Mentored junior employees to improve performance, food safety, and customer service.
Documented training and progress on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
Coordinated training schedules across sites with supervisors and managers to optimize training initiatives and work-flow management
Grill Cook
67 Burgers
08.2016 - 07.2018
Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment regularly.
Maintained clean, organized grill stations for hygienic, orderly food preparation.
Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
Restocked and rotated food items according to expiry dates to minimize waste.
Cooked regular menu items and seasonal offerings according to corporate standards and guidelines.
Operated and maintained grills, fryers and other cooking equipment.
Monitored food temperatures for proper cooking and safe consumption.
Grilled, cooked and fried foods such as french fries, eggs, and pancakes.
Line Cook
Senior Frogs
05.2015 - 07.2016
Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
Kitchen Manager
Joes Crab Shack
01.2014 - 05.2015
Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
Collaborated with other departments to coordinate meal service and special events, executing smooth operations.
Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.