Worked in many fields of visual art in a way that follows my cultural heritage being Romani Gypsy, I have traveled the continent making and selling artwork, doing odd jobs [especially in art, but not exclusively]. My life as an adult had been centered around finding my true calling, and as it turns out, I still only seem aware of my passions rather than where it is that I fall into place. This said, I know my passion for arts and sciences is the place where cooking and my love for food comes into place: It satiates both sides of interest. Kitchens seem to be intense places, and I am an intense person that can handle the heat. This all comes together, along with my interest in cultural heritage cooking, that I think that becoming a cook is my next major career move. I am confident that I will be great in this position and look forward to the opportunity to express myself and have a career in cooking that I can be proud of.
Skills
Special Finishes
2D design
Sculpture
Photographic editing
Visual communication expertise
Visual Art Creation
Painted finishes
Material selection
Composition
Client Relationships
Oil painting
Microsoft Office Suite
Business Management
Networking skills
Commission requests
Logo creation
Web Design
Project design
Merchandise Display
Strong analytical skills
HTML and XHTML familiarity
Canvas
Photo editing
Complex problem solver
Work History
Artist, 11/2014 to Current International Paper Company – Marysville, OH,
Advertised and sold mosaics and drawing pieces at local markets and established all piece pricing on customer demand, labor costs and raw material costs.
Facilitated any requests regarding environment and level art creation process.
Met with customers and clients to determine project needs and prepared proposals, including creating production schedules, scopes of work and budgets.
Maintained and shared portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests, and abilities with potential customers.
Made use of materials, such as ink, watercolors, charcoal, oil, computer software, paints, and pencils, to complete unique piece for customers.
Ordered and maintained adequate supply of materials, supplies and equipment.
Fostered highly communicative, collaborative team culture on all visual product projects.
Designed visual models meeting both aesthetic and technical criteria.
Created custom drawings and paintings using fine oils, acrylics and charcoal on high quality canvas.
Researched industry trends and evaluated competitive products.
Utilized oil paints, acrylics and charcoal to design mixed media, drawings and painting pieces.
Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
Collaborated with art director to implement artistic vision.
Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
Developed art and design concepts.
Mentored junior artists on creative processes.
Delivered on multiple titles and platforms simultaneously.
Created Hundreds of unique designs, layouts and samples in 2020.
Line Cook and Waitstaff, 10/2013 to 07/2014 Life Time Fitness – Lake Zurich, IL,
Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety.
Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning and sanitation protocols.
Checked each food item for freshness and provided feedback to kitchen supervisor for removal.
Prepared items like bacon ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
Distributed food to team members with efficiency in high-volume environment.
Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
Transitioned between breakfast and dinner service.
Performed routine cleaning procedures across kitchen through.
Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients and workstations during opening and closing procedures to maximize efficiency.
Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
Prepared food items such as meats, poultry and fish for frying purposes.
Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Handled portion control activities according to specified instructions provided by chef.
Received food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete entire order together and serve hot.
Team Member, 01/2010 to 04/2013 Doordash – Bethel, OH,
Kept work areas clean, organized and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
Instructed junior team members on protocols and procedures of each station to maximize contributions.
Conducted frequent equipment inspections and basic repair actions to keep machinery operating at peak levels.
Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
Promoted new or high-value food items by creating attractive displays in cases and other customer-facing areas.
Prepared recipe ingredients by washing, peeling, cutting and measuring.
Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock and following proper storage procedures.
Replenished condiments, beverages and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
Used downtimes to prepare ingredients and restock supplies for expected busy periods.
Prep Dishwasher, 05/2005 to 09/2005 Eddy's Diner – City, STATE,
Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents and sanitizers to protect customer health.
Helped team meet expected demands by restocking work areas throughout restaurant such as server stations, salad bars and supply cupboards.
Troubleshot equipment malfunctions and completed minor repairs to keep equipment functioning.
Used sprayer to loosen food residue and enhance cleaning.
Loaded glasses, silverware and dishes into dishwasher each shift, running average loads per day.
Moved items from main storage areas to easily accessible small fridge, freezers and containers to support kitchen staff efficiency.
Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
Increased machine efficiency by scraping and pre-washing dishes.
Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
Maintained proper temperatures, behaviors and controls to meet or exceed health department standards.
Boosted team efficiency by keeping kitchen areas organized, clean and properly sanitized.
Oversaw incoming deliveries, including unboxing supplies, shelving stock and rotating items.
Washed and sanitized dirty dishes by hand and by using dishwasher.
Communicated with team members to keep operations running smoothly by helping with anything I could or that was needed.
Kept work area clean, dry and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
Gently moved glassware, crystal and other delicate items to prevent breakage.
Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils and trays quickly and without breaking.
Paid close attention to all instructions from supervisor and completed tasks on time.
Disinfected counters and wiped down food prep surfaces to prevent illness and cross-contamination from raw meats.
Education
High School Diploma: , Expected in 12/2009 Menifee County High School - Frenchburg, KY GPA:
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