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Wallace Harris

Sachse,TX

Summary

Experienced in preparing food and serving customers in fast-paced environments. Skilled at managing high-volume sales without error. Trained in safe food-handling and good cleaning practices.

Dependable Production Worker proficient in assembly line work. Effective at keeping areas clean and neat. Bringing years of related experience, including measuring and cutting materials, operating equipment and following work instructions. Working safely and efficiently.

Enjoys finding way to improve job safety and efficiency.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Cook

Cracker Barrell
06.2023 - 12.2023
  • Kept customer and food preparation areas clean and well-organized.
  • Completed side tasks by restocking condiments and cleaning refrigerators.
  • Recorded customer orders and communicated clearly to confirm each order. Promoted items to increase sales.
  • Maintained neat, well-groomed appearance, impeccable personal hygiene, hair restraint, and minimal jewelry to meet company standards.
  • Answered customer questions about food preparation, responded to ingredient and allergen concerns.
  • Prepared food accurately to order and served coffee, tea and fountain drinks.
  • Promptly reported complaints to supervisor for quick, efficient resolution.
  • Prepared items according to written or verbal orders, working on several different orders.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications 30 plates per hour.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
  • Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Developed innovative, creative menu items and recipes.
  • Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.

Factory Worker

BLOUNTS FINE FOODS
04.2023 - 06.2023
  • Graded and packaged finished products, transporting items for additional processing, storage, or shipment off-site.
  • Carefully packaged finished products and prepared for shipment.
  • Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors, and staging areas.
  • Unloaded and loaded items from conveyors, machines, and conveyances.
  • Utilized hand tools and power tools to assemble products, practicing safety measures.
  • Performed quality checks on finished products to identify and address discrepancies.
  • Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.

Line Cook

Chili’s Grill & Bar
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Performed repetitive assembly tasks with hand and power tools and automated equipment.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete assigned tasks and meet tight deadlines.
  • Reported safety violations to supervisor to reduce risks and accidents.
  • Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
  • Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
  • Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
  • Operated and maintained a variety of equipment including hand and power tools.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
  • Produced adequate amounts of mise en place to make meal preparation easier.
  • Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
  • Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
  • Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
  • Developed innovative, creative menu items and recipes.
  • Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
  • Verified proper portion sizes to consistently attain high food quality standards.

Transporter

General Transformer Corp
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Worked closely with Supervisor to ensure that each assignment was finished ahead of its deadline.
  • Oversaw running of equipment, strictly adhering to manufacturer safety protocols to alleviate possible injuries.
  • Thoroughly cleaned all equipment mid-shift for breaks, cleaned tools and cutting gloves at end of shift. Locked tools away at the end of shift.
  • Interacted with Supervisor at the end of shifts to provide details on all uncompleted tasks.
  • Proposed and implemented innovative production improvements for enhanced quality and cost reduction.
  • Checked product quality regularly and achieved superior reputation without need for rework.
  • Assigned tasks to 4-14 employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
  • Performed repetitive tasks along side automated equipment.
  • Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site during shift.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
  • Performed regular servicing and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
  • Maintained accurate logs of equipment deliveries and patient trips and submitted documentation at end of shift.
  • Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
  • Operated various kinds of vehicles and carefully followed all safety protocols and procedures.

Line Cook

Community BBQ And Grill
03.2019 - 11.2019
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
  • Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.

Service Valet

Valet Services
03.2015 - 06.2015
  • Removed safety hazards, soiled items, and trash from customer areas.
  • Collected route as outlined in route sheet, documenting changes or obstacles to job execution through written descriptions and attachment of photos taken with company camera.
  • Estimated customer-loaded container volume by sight, reporting overweight boxes immediately to the dispatcher for direction when at risk of exceeding maximum tonnage.
  • Alerted supervisors of setbacks immediately to maintain schedules and explain late pickups.
  • Communicated with dispatchers concerning delays, unsafe sites, accidents, equipment breakdowns and other maintenance problems.
  • Adapted routes based on changing traffic and weather conditions to stay on schedule and maintain efficiency.
  • Executed and performed daily safety and maintenance checks on garbage truck and related equipment.
  • Attended and participated in scheduled training programs, briefings and meetings required by company or assigned by supervisor.
  • Notified supervisor of incidents injuries or property damage, awaiting direction and avoiding taking action or making statements without company authorization.
  • Collected and gathered garbage from buildings, businesses and other facilities five days per week.

Education

High School Diploma -

William A. Wirt
Gary, Indiana
06.1986

Skills

  • Reliable Team Worker
  • Culinary Knowledge
  • Commercial Deep Fryer and Slicer Operation
  • Dish Preparation
  • Employee Training and Supervision
  • Dependable and Cooperative
  • Time Management and Prioritization
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Attention to Detail
  • Kitchen Safety Standards
  • Food Packaging and Labeling
  • Customer Relations
  • Food Production Processes

Timeline

Line Cook

Cracker Barrell
06.2023 - 12.2023

Factory Worker

BLOUNTS FINE FOODS
04.2023 - 06.2023

Line Cook

Chili’s Grill & Bar
01.2023 - 04.2023

Transporter

General Transformer Corp
01.2021 - 01.2022

Line Cook

Community BBQ And Grill
03.2019 - 11.2019

Service Valet

Valet Services
03.2015 - 06.2015

High School Diploma -

William A. Wirt

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