Zoe Pen
Inman,SC
Summary
Personable and disciplined with strong sense of teamwork and efficiency. Knowledge of food safety regulations and knife skills, combined with ability to quickly learn new recipes and techniques. Committed to maintaining high standards in food preparation and contributing to positive kitchen environment.
Offering detail focused approach and passion for culinary arts, eager to learn and develop in fast-paced kitchen environment. Contributes to maintaining clean and organized workspace and can quickly adapt to new recipes and techniques. Ready to use and develop knife skills and knowledge of food safety in prep/line cook role.
Focused on transitioning into new field, developed skills in high pressure kitchen environment. Expertise in maintaining sanitary conditions and executing precise culinary techniques. Looking to leverage these abilities in fresh and challenging role.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
Holliday Brewing Inman
09.2025 - 11.2025
- Prepared ingredients according to recipes and specifications for various menu items.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of the kitchen workspace.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes during peak hours.
- Learned new cooking techniques and adapted to changing menu items quickly.
- Followed portion control guidelines to minimize waste while maintaining quality standards.
- Participated in daily prep work, enhancing overall kitchen efficiency and service speed.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Trained new line cooks on food preparation techniques and kitchen safety protocols.
Prep/Line Cook
The Kitchen Wolf Gang Puck
01.2024 - 09.2025
- Prepared ingredients efficiently for high-volume service, ensuring freshness and quality standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, adhering to sanitation protocols to maintain a clean workspace.
- Assisted in menu preparation by accurately measuring and cutting ingredients as directed by chefs.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food prep processes, improving overall kitchen efficiency.
- Adapted quickly to changing demands in the kitchen, demonstrating flexibility during peak service hours.
- Supported training of new staff on proper prep techniques and safety procedures in the kitchen environment.
- Worked closely with other line cooks to ensure consistency across all stations, delivering a cohesive dining experience for guests.
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to effectively manage multiple orders at once while ensuring high-quality output and timely service.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in food preparation and presentation.
- Provided excellent customer service by swiftly addressing any concerns or special requests from guests regarding dietary restrictions or preferences.
- Assisted in training new team members on cooking techniques, kitchen equipment usage, and company policies.
- Demonstrated adaptability during peak hours by efficiently handling high-volume orders without compromising quality or speed of service.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department regulations and ensuring safety for all staff members.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by preparing and presenting high-quality dishes on time.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
Deli Clerk
Walmart
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of deli area to ensure compliance with health standards.
- Prepared and sliced meats, cheeses, and other products efficiently for customer service.
- Operated slicers, scales, and packaging equipment accurately to ensure product quality.
- Resolved customer inquiries through effective communication and problem-solving techniques.
- Processed customer orders accurately using CRM software to enhance service delivery.
- Assisted in training new team members on company policies and customer service protocols.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline workflow processes and improve response times.
- Handled escalated issues efficiently, ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty retention.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product offerings to provide accurate information to customers.
- Contributed to team meetings by sharing insights on customer feedback and service improvements.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
Knitting Machine Operator
Inman Mill
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Operated knitting machines to produce high-quality textile products efficiently.
- Monitored machine performance and adjusted settings for optimal output.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure operational reliability.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes and reduce downtime.
- Assisted in troubleshooting machine issues to maintain workflow continuity.
- Documented production data for quality control and process improvement analysis.
- Improved production efficiency by consistently monitoring knitting machine performance and making necessary adjustments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chapman High School
Inman, SC05-2023
Skills
- Prioritization and scheduling
- Strong attention to detail
- Goal-oriented individual
- Efficient space management
- Commitment to workplace professionalism
- Customer engagement
- Trustworthy and accountable
- Active listener
- Knife skills
- Visual food arrangement
- Portion control
- Grilling techniques
- Food safety
- Efficient cleaning protocols
- Efficient stock handling
- Cooking temperatures
- Kitchen organization
- Back of house operations
- Effective problem resolution
- Team collaboration
- Kitchen sanitization
- Meat cutting
- Fine dining
- Fine dining etiquette
- Fine dining experience
- Machine maintenance
- Production monitoring
- Knitting machine operation
- Teamwork
- Cleanliness and sanitation
- Honesty and integrity
- Strong work ethic
- Flexible schedule
- Exceptional customer service
- Guest engagement
- Professional appearance
Accomplishments
- Achieved timely service during peak hours by managing multiple stations and cooking tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved smooth kitchen operations by prepping and organizing ingredients for multiple menu items with accuracy and efficiency
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Achieved order accuracy during high volume service
- Assisted in coordinating front of house and back of house operations for seamless service
- Ensured compliance with food safety and sanitation standards
Certification
- ServSafe
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Thai
Professional Working
Interests
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- Enjoy experimenting with different ingredients and flavors in the kitchen
- Food Tourism
- Adventure Travel
- Backpacking and Hiking
- Music
- Strategy Games
- Video Gaming
- Fashion
Timeline
Line Cook
Holliday Brewing Inman
09.2025 - 11.2025
Deli Clerk
Walmart
07.2024 - 08.2024
Prep/Line Cook
The Kitchen Wolf Gang Puck
01.2024 - 09.2025
Knitting Machine Operator
Inman Mill
11.2023 - 12.2023
High School Diploma -
Chapman High School