Wysun Reeves
Lithonia,GA
Summary
Hardworking food preparation worker experienced in cooking wide variety of dishes. Multitasks effectively to handle high order volumes and effectively meet customers' desires with fresh, hot food. Keeps kitchen clean, organized and well-stocked. Quick Fast Food Cook preparing wide range of menu items. Educated in food safety and sanitation to promote safe food handling and storage.
Experienced with various cooking techniques and kitchen operations. Utilizes culinary skills to create flavorful and visually appealing dishes. Knowledge of food safety practices and efficient kitchen workflows.
Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized, and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard.
Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation, and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development.
Attentive cook with wide-ranging culinary experience in various settings. Produces quality meals while adhering to safety and sanitation guidelines. Possesses excellent organization and time management skills for smooth kitchen operation.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
COOK
First Watch Daytime Cafe
DECATUR,GA
02.2026 - Current
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- Prepared and cooked a variety of menu items following established recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards to ensure food safety compliance.
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures to guarantee quality and safety of meals.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline meal preparation during peak service hours.
Cook
Aramark
Columbia, SC
01.2025 - 02.2026
- Followed established recipes to prepare and cook menu items.
- Checked kitchen equipment for proper operation, notifying management of problems.
- Trained team members in grilling, frying and sauteing techniques.
- Cleaned surfaces regularly to prevent spread of illness or cross-contamination between raw and cooked products.
- Prepared ingredients, garnishes, and side dishes in advance to expedite meal service.
- Cooked items to correct temperatures to minimize risk of food-borne illness.
- Followed recipes accurately to maintain consistency in menu items.
Cook
Richland School District One
Columbia, SC
12.2024 - 02.2026
- Followed established recipes to prepare and cook menu items.
- Complied with portioning requirements to adhere to budget and minimize waste.
- Conducted daily checks on food storage conditions to comply with safety standards.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
Sheet Metal Technician
Precoatemtals
Columbia, SC
09.2022 - 01.2025
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to cut, shape, and smooth metal pieces.
- Measured and marked dimensions and reference lines on metal sheets.
- Conducted routine maintenance on fabrication equipment to prevent downtime.
Cook
Olive Garden
Columbia, SC
11.2023 - 12.2024
- Complied with portioning requirements to adhere to budget and minimize waste.
- Followed established recipes to prepare and cook menu items.
- Readied ingredients in advance to reduce loads during rush periods.
- Received orders at counter or from kiosks and took payment from customers.
- Kept kitchen operations running smoothly with expert grill maintenance and operation.
- Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment to comply with food safety regulations.
- Carried out repetitive tasks in fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Verified quality, plating presentation and serving size of prepared food.
Laborer
D.M.E Construction
Columbia, SC
04.2021 - 10.2023
- Assisted with demolition of structures and proper disposal of used materials, appliances and fixtures.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and supplies from trucks to support building projects.
- Increased energy efficiency by installing insulation and weather stripping to reduce energy leaks.
- Applied paint, decorative finishes and sealants to walls and surfaces for increased longevity.
- Assisted in building frameworks, including laying out, measuring, cutting, and assembling materials.
- Mixed, poured, and spread concrete for foundations, driveways, and sidewalks under supervision.
- Assisted skilled tradespeople with electrical wiring and plumbing installations under close supervision.
- Prepared reports on daily progress of construction projects for supervisors to review.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Bronx Community College
Bronx, NYHigh School Diploma -
William H.Taft
The Bronx, NY06-1999
Skills
- Kitchen inventory management
- Team leadership
- Food processing
- Menu development
- Product rotations
- Inventory control
- Dietary restrictions awareness
- Food preparation
- Butchery skills
- Customer service
- Food handling
- Cleaning and organization
- Multitasking and organization
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Frying
- Knife skills
- Hospitality and service industry background
- Food presentation
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Grilling
- Food plating and presentation
- Portion control
- Allergen awareness
- Recipes and menu planning
- Recipe modification
- Sauteing
- Cooking
- Kitchen organization
Certification
Certificate #FSP412390
Issued on; 04/18/2025
Certificate#2448DI-kcfd6dc
Issued on; 01/02/2026
Timeline
COOK
First Watch Daytime Cafe
02.2026 - Current
Cook
Aramark
01.2025 - 02.2026
Cook
Richland School District One
12.2024 - 02.2026
Cook
Olive Garden
11.2023 - 12.2024
Sheet Metal Technician
Precoatemtals
09.2022 - 01.2025
Laborer
D.M.E Construction
04.2021 - 10.2023
No Degree - General Studies
Bronx Community College
High School Diploma -
William H.Taft