Hardworking Lead cook bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Cook
Burning Tree Country Club
Bethesda, MD
04.1997 - 10.2021
Completed workstation set up and break down, properly disposing of leftover food.
Monitored quality of all cooked items throughout the day to guarantee high standards were maintained.
Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
Supervised staff in daily kitchen duties, including prepping ingredients, cooking meals, and cleaning up after service.
Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Stood in for other members of kitchen staff.
Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
Head Cook
Ramada Hotel Beltsville
Beltsville, MD
06.1999 - 07.2021
Served as lead cook, guiding and assisting training of less experienced cooks.
Ensured that all food safety regulations were followed in the kitchen.
Kept kitchen, cooking utensils and storeroom clean and neat.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Montgomery College
Rockville, MD
06-1997
Skills
Menu preparation
Employee Supervision
Kitchen Sanitation
Food Processing
Banquets and Special Parties
Prepared meals for over 1000 people for special events