Vernon Jefferson
Raytown,MO
Summary
Adept Lead Line Cook with a proven track record at Tallgrass Creek, showcasing expertise in food safety and exceptional grilling techniques. Known for fostering teamwork and maintaining high-quality standards, resulting in near-perfect customer satisfaction. Demonstrates strong menu planning abilities and allergen awareness, ensuring top-notch dining experiences. Culinary professional with proven track record in managing busy kitchen environments. Known for delivering high-quality dishes and maintaining kitchen efficiency. Emphasizes team collaboration and adaptability, bringing strong organizational and multitasking skills to role.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Line Cook
Tallgrass Creek
03.2017 - Current
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, fostering camaraderie and a strong sense of teamwork.
- Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
- Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
- Maintained high-quality food standards by ensuring consistent execution of recipes and presentation techniques.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Developed strong teamwork skills by collaborating with other line cooks to maintain a smooth workflow during busy shifts.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Handled portion control activities according to specified instructions provided by chef.
- Implemented effective time-management strategies while prioritizing multiple tasks simultaneously without sacrificing quality or consistency of food items prepared.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Line Cook
Hilton
Overland Park, KS
04.2010 - 02.2017
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Education
High School Diploma -
RUSKIN HIGH
Kansas City, MO2004
Skills
- Food safety knowledge
- Food assembly
- Grilling Techniques
- Menu Planning
- Food Safety
- Safe Food Handling
- Knife Skills
- Special Diets Knowledge
- Allergen awareness
- Line Management
Timeline
Lead Line Cook
Tallgrass Creek
03.2017 - Current
Line Cook
Hilton
04.2010 - 02.2017
High School Diploma -
RUSKIN HIGH
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