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Will Holden

Richmond,VA

Summary

Adept at enhancing kitchen efficiency and productivity, demonstrated through a proven track record at Dots Back Inn by mastering food preparation and kitchen organization. Excelled in roles requiring exceptional attention to detail and time management, significantly contributing to maintaining high cleanliness standards and food safety knowledge. Customer-focused individual with flexible availability, including weekends and evenings. Fast learner talented at following set recipes and using sharp knives and hot plates.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Roofer

W.J. Clark and Sons
2024.03 - 2024.08
  • Assisted in removal of old roofing materials and debris to prepare for application of new roofing.
  • Performed patching and resealing of roofs to provide maintenance, repairs and protection.
  • Worked with copper sheet metal.
  • Precisely cut felt, shingles and strips of flashing to fit angles formed by walls, vents, and intersecting roof surfaces.

Line Cook

Hobnob
2023.06 - 2024.02
  • 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.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.

Line Cook

Dots Back Inn
2022.06 - 2023.05
  • 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.

Pizza Maker

Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers
2021.04 - 2021.08
  • Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
  • Rolled and shaped dough to correct sizes and shapes based on orders to fit in oven and cook evenly.
  • Learned and memorized menu items and specials to provide accurate and up-to-date information to kitchen staff.
  • Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.
  • Broke down pizza line and cleaned kitchen when closing.

Pizza Maker

Marco's Pizza
2020.09 - 2021.04
  • Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
  • Rolled and shaped dough to correct sizes and shapes based on orders to fit in oven and cook evenly.
  • Learned and memorized menu items and specials to provide accurate and up-to-date information to kitchen staff.
  • Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.
  • Answered phone call's and walk ins and took customer's orders.
  • Broke down and cleaned pizza line and kitchen when closing.

Dishwasher

Dots Back Inn
2019.06 - 2019.08
  • Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
  • Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
  • Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
  • Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
  • Prepared food when needed.

Dishwasher

Dots Back Inn
2018.06 - 2018.08
  • Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
  • Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
  • Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
  • Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
  • Prepared food when needed.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mills E. Godwin High School
Richmond, VA
06.2022

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Food Preparation
  • Problem-Solving
  • Food safety knowledge
  • Cleanliness standards
  • Knife Skills
  • Kitchen Organization

Timeline

Roofer

W.J. Clark and Sons
2024.03 - 2024.08

Line Cook

Hobnob
2023.06 - 2024.02

Line Cook

Dots Back Inn
2022.06 - 2023.05

Pizza Maker

Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers
2021.04 - 2021.08

Pizza Maker

Marco's Pizza
2020.09 - 2021.04

Dishwasher

Dots Back Inn
2019.06 - 2019.08

Dishwasher

Dots Back Inn
2018.06 - 2018.08

High School Diploma -

Mills E. Godwin High School
Will Holden