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cold side prep resume example with 4+ years of experience

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Jessica Claire
, , 100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor (555) 432-1000, resumesample@example.com
Summary

Team-oriented Prep Cook with [Number] years of hands-on experience preparing food in fast-paced eating environments. Skilled in kitchen sanitization, basic cooking and ingredient measurement and assembly. Hardworking and punctual individual possessing excellent manual dexterity and familiarity of kitchen safety and health rules.

Skills
  • Measurements and Weights
  • Food Storage
  • Policy and Procedure Compliance
  • Equipment Cleaning and Maintenance
Experience
07/2014 to 02/2017 Cold Side Prep Texas Roadhouse | Palm Bay, FL,
  • Maintained clean and orderly kitchen by regularly washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces and taking out trash.
  • Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
  • Organized and labeled stock of ingredients to maintain needed inventory levels.
  • Utilized excellent knife skills to chop and slice vegetables and carve and grind meats and cheeses.
  • Measured and weighed food items to comply with portion requirements.
  • Sliced meats to prepare for cooking and assembly of menu items.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Monitored freshness of food products to help reduce spoilage.
  • Dressed, seasoned and garnished appetizers and salads to prepare for food service.
  • Helped train and develop new talent.
  • Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Modified standard recipes to address customer requests for substitutions or allergen concerns.
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
  • Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
  • Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
  • Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
  • Received and stored food and supplies.
  • Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
  • Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
  • Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
  • Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
  • Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
  • Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
  • Requested supplies and equipment orders, explaining needs to managers.
  • Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
  • Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
  • Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
  • Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
  • Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
01/2013 to 03/2015 Stonecutter Brick Block Mason Allman Bros Masonry | City, STATE,
  • Prepared concrete by mixing water with cement, sand and gravel.
  • Laid bricks or blocks in the proper configurations according to plans.
  • Cut and split bricks or other materials to fit written and illustrated dimensions.
  • Moved bricks, tools and supplies with equipment such as forklifts and hand trucks.
  • Smoothed final surfaces by removing excess mortar and finishing joints.
  • Laid building materials such as ceramic tile, bricks, concrete blocks and glass blocks using mortar or other substances to join.
  • Cleaned and prepared work surfaces with appropriate tools and solvents.
  • Formed edges and molded joints with edging tools and jointers.
  • Calculated mixture ratios, angles and square footage to determine materials needed and plan layouts.
  • Restored mortar joints by removing mortar to exact depth and replacing with fresh mortar.
  • Built bracing systems, forms and supports for pouring foundations and construction.
  • Repaired or altered structural and superficial damage to various masonry work and surfaces.
  • Readied work areas by clearing and smoothing surfaces and adjoining structures.
  • Reviewed blueprints, drawings and plans to build masonry features and structures.
  • Applied stains, sealer and curing agents to masonry.
  • Communicated with customers before starting work to inform of noise, obstructions or interruptions.
  • Caulked crevices in masonry work for weather-proof seal.
  • Configured expansion joints and edges with related tools.
  • Broke or cut bricks, tiles and blocks to size, using trowel edge, hammer or power saw.
  • Mixed mortar and grout and used to adhere building materials and create structures.
  • Used trowel edges and hammers to break or cut brick and tiles to size.
  • Applied and smoothed mortar or other mixtures over work surface.
  • Removed excess materials and smoothed surfaces to achieve desired finishes.
  • Calculated mortar and brick quantity needed for job.
  • Prepared for each job by accurately laying out wall patterns and foundation plans.
  • Examined brickwork or structures to determine need for repair.
  • Removed broken masonry and constructed replacement sections for walls and floors.
  • Measured distance from reference points and marked guidelines to lay out work with plumb bobs and levels.
  • Calculated angles and courses and determined vertical and horizontal alignment of courses.
  • Guided large stones onto foundation locations using truck cranes, hoists and skids.
  • Participated in professional development classes and workshops to advance abilities.
to BARTENDER BUNKYS BREW PUB | City, STATE,
  • Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
  • Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
  • Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
  • Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
  • Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
  • Completed regular bar inventories and daily requisition sheets.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and dealing with intoxicated guests.
  • Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
  • Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
  • Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
  • Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
  • Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
  • Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees.
  • Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
  • Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
  • Planned and coordinated special events to boost customer numbers and profits.
  • Introduced bar staff to precision pouring and waste reduction tactics to lower liquor costs.
Education and Training
Expected in 06/1994 to to High School Diploma | Newark High School, Newark, OH GPA:
Expected in to to High School Diploma | The Art Institute of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA GPA:

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Newark High School
  • The Art Institute of Pittsburgh

Job Titles Held:

  • Cold Side Prep
  • Stonecutter Brick Block Mason
  • BARTENDER

Degrees

  • High School Diploma
  • High School Diploma

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