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COOK
Professional Summary
Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to meeting every preparation and service need.
Skills
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Work History
Cook05/2018 to Current
County Of Ventura – Ventura , CA
County Of Ventura – Ventura , CA
- Communicated closely with the team and managers to fully understand special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
- Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
- Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Safely used kitchen equipment such as knives and fryers, effectively reducing injuries and burns 100%.
- Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients and workstations during opening and closing procedures to maximize efficiency.
- Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Received food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete entire order together and serve hot.
- Prepared estimated 100's and more orders simultaneously during peak hours periods with 100% accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment by cleaning grills, griddles, ovens and fryers
Cook08/2016 to 05/2018
County Of Ventura – Ventura , CA
County Of Ventura – Ventura , CA
- Safely used kitchen equipment such as fryers, and knives, effectively reducing injuries and burns 100%.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety.
- Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
- Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Inspected kitchen equipment and appliances to verify proper working order, including commercial fryers, steamers, ovens and ranges.
- Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients and workstations during opening and closing procedures to maximize efficiency.
- Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Received food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete entire order together and serve hot.
- Assisted chef with planning easy but elegant appetizers to spark customer interest.
- Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment by cleaning grills, griddles, ovens and fryers
- Maintained skill level of kitchen staff by properly coaching, counseling and disciplining employees.
Shift Manager10/2010 to 08/2016
Ferguson – Midlothian , VA
Ferguson – Midlothian , VA
- Excelled in every store position and regularly backed up front-line staff to keep expertise fresh and relevant.
- Modernized and improved operational procedures to increase efficiency and profitability while tightly controlling costs such as labor and preventing waste.
- Tracked receipts, employee hours and inventory movements.
- Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
- Adhered to company standards and compliance requirements for operations and cleanliness of all areas.
- Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.
- Devised new promotional approaches to boost customer numbers and market penetration while enhancing engagement and driving growth.
- Trained back-up associates and led crew members in managing operations of storefront.
- Cooperated with coworkers to improve customer experience and manage storefront.
- Assisted management team in developing and creating welcoming atmosphere for crew members to voice complaints.
- Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.
- Worked closely with team members to schedule breaks and shifts to meet state regulations.
- Regularly checked building to confirm maintenance and cleaning met code and regulations.
- Advised new employees on company procedures and policies to facilitate daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Consistently exhibited calm demeanor during periods of high volume or unusual events to keep store operating smoothly and set positive example for shift team.
- Exercised composure under pressure and in escalated customer service scenarios.
- Utilized interpersonal communication skills to enhance customer experience and add value to each interaction.
- Coached crew members to optimize performance and motivate toward more efficient work.
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
Shift Manager 01/2004 to 10/2010
Ferguson – Missoula , MT
Ferguson – Missoula , MT
- Devised new promotional approaches to boost customer numbers and market penetration while enhancing engagement and driving growth.
- Excelled in every store position and regularly backed up front-line staff to keep expertise fresh and relevant.
- Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
- Adhered to company standards and compliance requirements for operations and cleanliness of all areas.
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
- Tracked receipts, employee hours and inventory movements.
- Consistently exhibited calm demeanor during periods of high volume or unusual events to keep store operating smoothly and set positive example for shift team.
- Cooperated with coworkers to improve customer experience and manage storefront.
- Assisted management team in developing and creating welcoming atmosphere for crew members to voice complaints.
- Coached crew members to optimize performance and motivate toward more efficient work.
- Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.
- Regularly checked building to confirm maintenance and cleaning met code and regulations.
- Exercised composure under pressure and in escalated customer service scenarios.
- Trained back-up associates and led crew members in managing operations of storefront.
- Worked closely with team members to schedule breaks and shifts to meet state regulations.
- Advised new employees on company procedures and policies to facilitate daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Utilized interpersonal communication skills to enhance customer experience and add value to each interaction.
Education
Midwifery : Healthcare03/1992UNP CANDON -
City
Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management : ManagementUniversity of Phoenix-
City,
State
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School Attended
- UNP CANDON
- University of Phoenix
Job Titles Held:
- Cook
- Shift Manager
Degrees
- Midwifery : Healthcare 03/1992
Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management : Management
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