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COOK
Summary

Hard-working Cook brings detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Keep kitchen areas well-stocked and organized for maximum efficiency. Team-oriented and reliable with excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.

Skills
  • Food presentation
  • Cutting and slicing techniques
  • Dish preparation
  • ServSafe certified
  • Food Preparation
  • High volume production capability
  • OSHA
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Operating fryers and grills
  • Preparing ingredients
  • Kitchen equipment cleaning
  • Cleaning and sanitization
  • Plating dishes
  • Grilling
  • Frying
Experience
VetPride Services North Fort Hood | Gatesville, TXCook08/2020 - Current
  • Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
  • Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues or customer requests, including allergen concerns.
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
  • Placed frequently used food such as Leftovers and Meats in proper storage containers and placed perishable items in refrigerator.
  • Developed processes to streamline food-preparation and presentation tasks, recommending changes as necessary to boost food-cost savings.
  • Collaborated with kitchen aide to maintain timely food preparation goals.
  • Developed new recipes based on knowledge of consumer tastes, ideal nutritional needs and budgetary considerations.
  • Prepared more than 5 dishes per day in fast-paced restaurant type environment while maintaining high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Prepared and plated 1000 + dishes per shift for busy army kitchen.
  • Regulated oven, broiler and roaster operations for cooking at correct temperatures.
  • Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
  • Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
  • Interacted effectively with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
  • Instructed kitchen aide in preparation of garnishes, dressings and side dishes.
  • Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
  • Garnished and arranged dishes into creative presentations.
  • Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients to use oldest products first.
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
  • Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
  • Created approximately 1000 orders simultaneously during busy periods.
  • Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of busy periods, including dinner rush.
  • Developed strategies to enhance food-presentation aspects of catering and retail environments.
  • Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times at lunch and dinner rush.
  • Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
Hillside Medical Lodge | Gatesville, TXCook11/2019 - 07/2020
  • Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
  • Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues or customer requests, including allergen concerns.
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
  • Developed processes to streamline food-preparation and presentation tasks, recommending changes as necessary to boost food-cost savings.
  • Regulated oven, broiler and roaster operations for cooking at correct temperatures.
  • Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
  • Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
  • Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
  • Garnished and arranged dishes into creative presentations.
  • Frosted and decorated cakes, cupcakes, doughnuts, sweet rolls, pastries and cookies.
  • Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
  • Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of busy periods, including dinner rush.
Austin Express Couriers | Austin, TXMedical Courier09/2012 - 07/2019
  • Performed daily pickups of medical specimens.
  • Provided excellent customer service to each accounts.
  • Used strong time management skills to coordinate deliveries in timely manner.
  • Maintained accurate documentation for pickups and deliveries and handed in reports after each shift.
  • Oversaw receipt, storage, identification and delivery of products.
  • Contacted supervisor immediately to report issues.
  • Greeted customers with pleasant demeanor, answered questions and responded to inquiries, effectively improving business relationships.
  • Developed understanding of most efficient routes to take for deliveries to avoid high traffic and construction areas.
  • Checked and secured package loads before heading out on daily deliveries.
  • Delivered to customer locations.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Education and Training
Benchmark Career Institute | Austin, TXCetificate in Pharmacy Technician03/2013
TexACT | Mable Fall, TexasCetificate in Phlebotomy10/2012
Legacy Beauty School | Tomball, TexasSome College (No Degree) in Cosmetology
Central Texas Commercial College | Brownwood, TXCetificate in Medical Assisting12/2001
Eventide Nursing Home | San Saba, TXCetificate in Nurse Aide Training04/1995
Lakeview High School | San Angelo, TexasHigh School Diploma05/1994
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • VetPride Services North Fort Hood
  • Hillside Medical Lodge
  • Austin Express Couriers

School Attended

  • Benchmark Career Institute
  • TexACT
  • Legacy Beauty School
  • Central Texas Commercial College
  • Eventide Nursing Home
  • Lakeview High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Cook
  • Medical Courier

Degrees

  • Cetificate in Pharmacy Technician
    Cetificate in Phlebotomy
    Some College (No Degree) in Cosmetology
    Cetificate in Medical Assisting
    Cetificate in Nurse Aide Training
    High School Diploma

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