Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Cook
Army City
Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
Cook
Logan's Roadhouse
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.
Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Cook
Carrabba's Restaurant
08.2018 - 06.2023
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.
Suggested actionable improvements to streamline training procedures.
Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
Trained and supervised cooking staff to expertly meet daily needs.
Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced stressfull environment.
Natural Resource Management Specialist at U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Kansas City DistrictNatural Resource Management Specialist at U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Kansas City District