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Zachery Gramm

Linn Creek,MO

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented Fry and Sauté Cook with extensive experience at Jeffrey’s Prime Rib and Lobster, adept at multitasking and maintaining high-quality standards under pressure. Skilled in kitchen equipment operation and sanitation practices, I significantly improved kitchen efficiency and reduced waste. Collaborative team player known for exceptional reliability and punctuality, contributing to enhanced customer satisfaction and team morale.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Fry Cook

Jeffrey’s Prime Rib and Lobster
  • Operated large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers or griddles.
  • Cleaned, stocked, and restocked workstations and display cases.
  • Enhanced food quality by ensuring proper cooking times and temperatures for various fried foods.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment, collaborating with fellow cooks and staff members.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Operated fryers and grills by pouring oil and placing food items on surface to fry or grill.
  • Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent cross-contamination and spoilage.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations with effective time management and multitasking skills.
  • Tested temperatures of food at specified intervals by using food thermometers.
  • Assisted in training new hires on proper frying techniques, safety protocols, and company policies.
  • Cleaned and maintained fryers and grills to keep appliances in working condition.
  • Stayed informed of daily menu to help coordinate cooking times.
  • Maintained strict adherence to food safety standards, ensuring proper handling and storage of ingredients.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Increased order accuracy by effectively communicating with waitstaff regarding customer orders and dietary restrictions.
  • Marinated food items according to provided instructions and recipes.
  • Reduced ticket times, resulting in increased table turnover rates during peak hours.
  • Read food order slips or received verbal instructions to properly prepare and cook food.
  • Participated in ongoing training programs to further develop culinary skills and expertise as a Fry Cook.
  • Supported the overall efficiency of the kitchen by assisting other cooks when needed during busy periods.
  • Reduced food waste, closely monitoring product usage and inventory levels.
  • Managed kitchen staff to supervise preparation of foods and explain steps for readying specialty items.
  • Adapted to menu changes, quickly learning new recipes and techniques.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to optimize food preparation times during peak hours.
  • Supported kitchen manager in menu development, contributing ideas for new fried dishes.
  • Minimized downtime by performing routine maintenance on fryers and kitchen equipment.
  • Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure timely delivery of orders to customers.
  • Enhanced safety, conducting regular checks to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Demonstrated versatility by assisting with other kitchen duties as needed during rush periods.
  • Reduced cooking oil costs by implementing efficient frying techniques.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining fry station processes.
  • Managed food supplies, ordering stock as necessary to keep pace with demand.
  • Ensured consistent food quality by adhering to recipe specifications and presentation standards.
  • Improved order preparation speed, enabling kitchen to handle increased volume during busy times.
  • Upheld rigorous food safety standards, contributing to record of excellent health inspections.
  • Boosted team morale, fostering positive and productive kitchen atmosphere.
  • Trained new employees in fry cook duties, elevating team performance.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with quick and accurate order fulfillment.
  • Reduced waste by carefully managing inventory and tracking fryer oil usage.
  • Streamlined communication between fry station and other kitchen areas, improving order accuracy.
  • Addressed customer feedback with immediate actions, correcting any food quality issues.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness, ensuring sanitary cooking environment.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils and equipment.
  • Followed company recipes and production standards to satisfy customers.
  • Operated grills, fryers and ovens to cook food items.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
  • Used kitchen equipment safely and reduced risk of injuries and burns.
  • Received and stored food supplies, raw materials and other ingredients.
  • Provided excellent customer service by taking orders, answering questions and responding to customer complaints.
  • Packaged, arranged and labeled ingredient stock, storing at established temperatures.
  • Reduced customer waiting by batch cooking popular items during rush times.
  • Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
  • Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
  • Monitored food temperatures to meet quality and safety standards.
  • Communicated with management on food inventory stock to request order placement.
  • Learned new menu offerings and options easily to assist customers with selecting items.
  • Maintained spotless and tidy dining area by throwing away food wrappers on tables, emptying trash receptacles and cleaning floors during slow periods.
  • Suggested actionable improvements to streamline training procedures.
  • Scrubbed grill on customer request due to food allergies to clean food residue and avoid issues with allergens.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.

Sautée Cook

Jeffrey’s Prime Rib and Lobster
03.2024 - Current
  • Covered, dated, rotated and properly stored food items to preserve quality and freshness.
  • Organized server tickets to expedite food orders.
  • Sauteed and seasoned meats, pastas and vegetables to customer taste preference.
  • Maintained neat appearance and clean uniform to project professionalism to customers.
  • Prepared sauces and garnishes to complement sauteed menu items.
  • Set up and maintained saute station to facilitate kitchen operations.
  • Liaised with sous chef throughout shift to obtain food prep and kitchen management instructions.
  • Adhered to safety procedures for operating and cleaning kitchen tools and machinery to avoid injury.
  • Performed thorough quality checks of food plating and presentation.
  • Leveraged scales, dishers and ladles to monitor portion control.
  • Notified kitchen manager of shortages to maintain inventory.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
  • Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
  • Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
  • Verified proper portion sizes to consistently attain high food quality standards.
  • Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
  • Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
  • Assisted in developing new menu items to reflect restaurant's style and standards.
  • Developed strategies to enhance catering and retail food service revenue and productivity goals.
  • Developed innovative, creative menu items and recipes.
  • Managed inventory and ordered food and supplies to maintain adequate stock.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.

Education

High School Deploma -

Camdenton High School
Camdenton, MO

Skills

  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Efficient multitasking
  • Food presentation
  • Supply restocking
  • Adaptable to change
  • Supply management
  • Ingredients measuring
  • Food safety compliance
  • Waste prevention
  • Proper food handling
  • Surface sanitation
  • Food preparation
  • Cross-training capabilities
  • Accurate portion control
  • Quick decision making
  • Inventory management
  • Sanitation practices
  • Professionalism under pressure
  • Station setup
  • Food storage
  • Energy conservation
  • Kitchen equipment operation
  • Waste reduction
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Garnishing
  • Order management
  • Quality assurance
  • Vendor liaison
  • Oil management
  • Recipe creation
  • Order preparation
  • Temperature monitoring
  • Kitchen sanitation
  • Knife skills
  • Quality control
  • Sauce preparation
  • Food rotation
  • Menu planning
  • Product rotation
  • Portioning
  • Contamination control
  • Menu design
  • Excellent time management
  • Equipment detailing
  • Food safety management
  • Recipe execution
  • Deep fryer operation
  • Food safety
  • Adaptable and flexible
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Grilling
  • Cash register operations
  • Cooking
  • Equipment cleaning and maintenance
  • Kitchen set up
  • Company policies and procedures
  • Baking and broiling skills
  • Team leadership
  • Frying
  • Grill management
  • Cleaning and sanitization
  • Safe equipment operation
  • Cash handling
  • Reliable and responsible
  • Problem-solving
  • Soda syrup replacement
  • Food processing
  • Staff training and onboarding
  • High-volume production
  • Customer service
  • Ingredient preparation
  • Grilling techniques
  • Kitchen organization
  • Effective planning
  • Food and beverage service
  • Kitchen equipment sanitation
  • Frying and sautéing
  • Cost reduction
  • Deep frying
  • Short order cooking
  • Stocking and replenishing
  • Food-borne illness prevention
  • Supply ordering
  • Large volume cooking
  • Specialty food preparation
  • Work delegation
  • Food inspection
  • Math skills
  • Operations management
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities

Timeline

Sautée Cook

Jeffrey’s Prime Rib and Lobster
03.2024 - Current

Fry Cook

Jeffrey’s Prime Rib and Lobster

High School Deploma -

Camdenton High School
Zachery Gramm