Zach Phelps
Clermont
Summary
Dedicated cook with extensive experience in food preparation and line operations. Maintains high standards of food safety and sanitation while training team members in cooking techniques. Focused on creating a collaborative environment and enhancing customer satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Ellie Lous Brews & BBQ
Winter Garden
04.2024 - Current
- Adhered to sanitation guidelines and food safety regulations, consistently monitoring kitchen quality and cleanliness.
- Executed prep work efficiently, ensuring food met restaurant standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment including grills, fryers, and ovens, ensuring optimal performance and maintenance.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, ingredients used, allergens present, and any dietary restrictions or preferences upon request.
- Operated all kitchen stations and assisted team members with requests and tasks.
BOH Team Member
Steak N Shake
Clermont
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Prepared dishes in a fast-paced environment with team members, contributing to high customer satisfaction.
- Adhered to all company standards for food preparation and safety.
- Maintained clean, efficient working environment through dishwashing, sweeping, mopping, surface cleaning, and trash removal.
- Unloaded truck orders and organized stock, ensuring efficient inventory management.
Line Cook
Sonny's BBQ
Clermont
04.2018 - 02.2022
- Trained new line cooks on techniques and procedures, enhancing team skill and execution.
- Trusted to work all stations including prep, always completing tasks and orders in a timely manner.
- Adhered to all company standards for food preparation and safety.
Education
GED -
Lake Technical College
Eustis, FLSkills
- Food preparation
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Sanitation compliance
- Menu knowledge
- Inventory management
- Team collaboration
- Culinary techniques
- Effective communication
Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler
Timeline
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Ellie Lous Brews & BBQ
04.2024 - Current
BOH Team Member
Steak N Shake
03.2022 - 09.2022
Line Cook
Sonny's BBQ
04.2018 - 02.2022
GED -
Lake Technical College