Willie Adkins
Oxford,MS
Summary
Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths. Ready to come in and learn right away.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Circle And Square
Oxford, MS
07.2025 - Current
- Prepared ingredients and meals according to established recipes and standards.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
- Assisted in food presentation and plating for customer service.
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure safe food handling practices.
- Collaborated with team members to support smooth kitchen operations.
- Restocked supplies as needed to maintain efficient workflow during shifts.
- Responded to special requests from customers regarding dietary preferences.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
Cook
Walk ons
Oxford, MS
08.2023 - 02.2025
- Prepared ingredients and meals according to established recipes and standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
- Assisted in food presentation and plating for customer service.
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure safe food handling practices.
- Collaborated with team members to support smooth kitchen operations.
- Restocked supplies as needed to maintain efficient workflow during shifts.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
Cook
Mcalisters deli
Oxford, MS
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Prepared ingredients and meals according to established recipes and standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Exercise Science
University of Mississippi
University, MS05-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Exercise Science
East Mississippi Community College
Scooba, MS05-2022
Skills
- Exercise program design
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Food safety
- Time management
- Equipment maintenance
Timeline
Cook
Circle And Square
07.2025 - Current
Cook
Walk ons
08.2023 - 02.2025
Cook
Mcalisters deli
05.2023 - 05.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Exercise Science
University of Mississippi
Associate of Applied Science - Exercise Science
East Mississippi Community College