Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA94105(555) 432-1000, resumesample@example.com
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
08/2020 to CurrentCookHeritage Hill Senior Community | Weatherly, PA,
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.
11/2019 to 07/2020CookHeritage Of Peachtree | Newnan, GA,
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.
09/2012 to 07/2019Medical CourierLincare | Tallahassee, FL,
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
Expected in 03/2013Cetificate | Pharmacy TechnicianBenchmark Career Institute, Austin, TX, GPA:
Expected in 10/2012Cetificate | PhlebotomyTexACT , Mable Fall, Texas, GPA:
Expected in | CosmetologyLegacy Beauty School, Tomball, Texas, GPA:
Expected in 12/2001Cetificate | Medical AssistingCentral Texas Commercial College, Brownwood, TX, GPA:
Expected in 04/1995Cetificate | Nurse Aide TrainingEventide Nursing Home, San Saba, TX, GPA:
Expected in 05/1994High School Diploma | Lakeview High School, San Angelo, Texas, GPA:
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