Trevor Blunk
Cook
Ames,IA
Summary
Reliable employee. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Enthusiastic, and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel. Seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Cook
ISU Dining Lance & Ellie's
Ames, IA
02.2018 - Current
- Managed kitchen staff, supervised preparation of foods ,and explained steps for readying specialty items.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Developed recipes, portion specifications, and standard preparation procedures for all dishes.
- Resolved customer complaints and maintained clean and tidy kitchen area.
- Enabled customers to feel welcomed, important and appreciated by answering questions about products.
Line Cook
Es Tas
Ames, IA
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Unloaded food supplies from distributor trucks to efficiently organize inventory.
- Checked each food item for freshness and provided feedback to kitchen supervisor for removal.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Maintained skill level of kitchen staff by properly coaching, counseling and disciplining employees.
Car Detailer
George White Chevrolet
Ames, IA
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Washed cars and trucks daily for auto dealership.
- Interacted face-to-face with customers to understand vehicle detailing needs and deliver quality satisfaction.
Cook
Hy-Vee
Ames, IA
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Took food orders from customers and plated items quickly to perfect customer satisfaction.
- Set up and broke down catering services at 3M, and for the ISU Football team.
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
Dishwasher
Hy-Vee
Boone, IA
01.2004 - 01.2009
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customers.
- Stepped into additional roles outside of dish room during busy times.
- Eventually moved to work front counter, were I assisted customers with plating food and checking them out at the register.
- Assisted with a weekly catering on the Boone Scenic Valley Railroad. Were i plated food, and interacted with customers insuring there food and dining experience was positive.
Education
High School Diploma -
Boone High School
Boone, IA 08.2005 - 05.2009
Skills
Hospitality and customer service industry background
Built several pc's for friends and family
Have installed windows os via disc and flash drive
Knowledge of computer components
Willingness and desire to build more knowledge of pc and electronics
Strong attention to detail
Timeline
Cook
ISU Dining Lance & Ellie's
02.2018 - Current
Line Cook
Es Tas
01.2014 - 01.2018
Car Detailer
George White Chevrolet
01.2013 - 01.2014
Cook
Hy-Vee
01.2009 - 01.2013
High School Diploma -
Boone High School
08.2005 - 05.2009
Dishwasher
Hy-Vee
01.2004 - 01.2009