Cook Resume Example KFC - Batesville, Mississippi

COOK

Summary

I am highly talented young man with a wide variety of skills&talents, a extremely expansive vocabulary and passion to achieve success in life, i am extremely diverse, Good at multitask with a positive attitude and a personality like none other.

Skills

Cooking,
Advanced reading ,

Knowledge of machines and tools
Lifting heavy items & automotive mechanics

Experience

CookKFC | Batesville, MS | Apr 2019-May 2020

Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
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.
Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues or customer requests, including allergen concerns.
Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
Collaborated closely with food and beverage leadership to conduct staff meetings and resolve service, product and personnel issues.
Maximized efficiency of kitchen operation by overseeing daily product inventory, purchasing and receiving.
Developed strategies to enhance catering and retail foodservice revenue and productivity goals.
Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
Created approximately 100+ orders simultaneously during busy periods.
Mixed, weighed and proofed ingredients to match exact recipe formula.
Created exceptional menu items executed with precision to regularly garner diner praise.
Grilled and deep fried various foods, including meats, potatoes and fish.
Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
Operated all bakery equipment, including ovens, proofers, fryers, sheeters, rounders, scales and mixers.
Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of busy periods, including dinner rush.
Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients to use oldest products first.
Garnished and arranged dishes into creative presentations to delight patrons.
Sourced vendors and negotiated agreements to cut supply costs without affecting quality.
Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.

CookZaxby | Batesville, MS | Jan 2020-Mar 2020

Collaborated closely with food and beverage leadership to conduct staff meetings and resolve service, product and personnel issues.
Maximized efficiency of kitchen operation by overseeing daily product inventory, purchasing and receiving.
Mixed, weighed and proofed ingredients to match exact recipe formula.
Grilled and deep fried various foods, including meats, potatoes and fish.
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.
Operated all bakery equipment, including ovens, proofers, fryers, sheeters, rounders, scales and mixers.
Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients to use oldest products first.
Developed new recipes based on knowledge of consumer tastes, ideal nutritional needs and budgetary considerations.
Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
Emphasized food quality and specialized baking techniques to set items apart from competitor offerings.
Estimated staffing needs and adjusted hourly schedules to match demand patterns, budget and local labor laws.
Interacted effectively with wait staff regarding special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize salmonella and other foodborne illnesses.
Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.

Server and CookHuddle House Inc. | Batesville, MS | Jun 2019-Dec 2019

Educated guests on daily specials and menu offerings such as appetizers, entrees and desserts.
Satisfied customers by keeping drinks topped off and anticipating needs such as condiments and extra napkins.
Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Managed closing duties, including restocking items and reconciling cash drawer.
Arranged each place setting attractively, using clean, chip-free plates and utensils.
Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks.
Prepared salads and appetizers and set up garnish stations to back up kitchen staff.
Served average of 30-80 patrons daily with exceptional service.
Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
Washed buffet, restaurant and banquet items, including silverware, dishes, cooking utensils, equipment and displays.
Assisted kitchen staff with food counts by determining number of items required for complete service.
Met or exceeded sales targets on consistent basis with proactive promotional strategies and dessert mentions.
Greeted newly seated guests quickly and efficiently.
Processed customers' payments and provided receipts.
Carefully transferred orders from kitchen and bar areas to tables and cleared plates as patrons finished food and beverage items.
Plated food and assessed plate presentation to maintain highest standard of food quality.
Rearranged tables and chairs, located or rolled extra silverware to prepare for large groups.
Completed thorough and accurate opening and closing duties to facilitate smooth restaurant operations.
Minimized customer wait times by efficiently taking and filling large volume of orders each day.
Attended to new customers quickly to inquire about drinks and start off dining experience with prompt beverage service.
Communicated effectively with patrons to establish preferences and dietary restrictions and make food and beverage recommendations.
Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
Calculated charges, issued table checks and collected payments from customers.
Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
Restocked nonperishables and other items, including condiments and napkins from inventory to keep pantry well-supplied.

Shop WorkerColes shop | Batesville, MS | May 2016-May 2019

Performed accurate measurements, calculations and materials estimations.
Sanded surfaces, removed imperfections and applied chemicals to prepare for painting.
Completed independent and team installations of components and systems.
Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards.
Completed product assembly according to standardized procedures.
Unloaded incoming products off trucks, sorted items in staging area and transported items to final storage locations.
Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Education and Training

High School DiplomaSouth Panola High School | | Batesville, MS | May 2019

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

KFC
Zaxby
Huddle House Inc.
Coles shop

School Attended

South Panola High School

Job Titles Held:

Cook
Server and Cook
Shop Worker

Degrees

High School Diploma

Cook Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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