Waden Freeman
Davenport,IA
Summary
Proficient cook demonstrating strong cross-functional collaboration and food safety compliance. Experienced in managing inventory and maintaining kitchen organization, with a focus on delivering high-quality meals in dynamic settings.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
village inn
Davenport, Iowa
03.2026 - Current
- Prepared and cooked meals according to established recipes.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared dishes in a fast-paced environment, contributing to high customer satisfaction through teamwork.
- Prepared vegetables and fruit by chopping, dicing, and slicing to ensure timely service during busy periods.
- Coordinated with team members to streamline kitchen processes and improve workflow.
- Managed inventory and restocked supplies to ensure availability of ingredients.
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure safe food handling.
- Executed established procedures for safe food handling, storage, and service.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including ovens and grills, safely.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
associate
Amazon
Davenport, Iowa
01.2025 - 12.2025
- Developed comprehensive training materials for new associates, facilitating understanding of company policies and procedures.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to streamline operational workflows and enhance overall efficiency.
- Communicated effectively with team members to ensure alignment on project goals.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using Amazon's inventory management systems.
- Worked closely with human resources to support employee management and organizational planning.
- Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards.
- Audited the company's legal documents to verify compliant policies and procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Davenport Central High
Davenport, IA08-2021
Skills
- Food safety compliance
- Recipe preparation
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Inventory management
- Meal presentation
- Time management
- Teamwork in kitchen
- Staff coordination
- Attention to detail
- Recipe development
Timeline
Cook
village inn
03.2026 - Current
associate
Amazon
01.2025 - 12.2025
High School Diploma -
Davenport Central High