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COOK
Professional Summary
Long standing experience in food service. Over 16 years in the industry. Previously held kitchen manager experience. Highly effective at anticipating and accommodating customer needs. Friendly, punctual and enthusiastic team player. Bringing a strong work ethic, interpersonal skills and customer service expertise.
Skills
  • Quick problem solver

  • Committed team player
  • High energy
  • Top-tier, full-service dining background
  • Up-selling capability
  • Food Safety
  • Kitchen Staff
  • Preparation Methods
  • Food Service
  • Team Player
Work History
Cook, 01/2017 to 03/2017
Denny's – 2890 W Ridge Road

  • Followed all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage to uphold proper health standards.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about the restaurant's menu and products.
  • Addressed diner complaints with kitchen staff and served replacement menu items promptly.
  • Routinely cleaned work areas, glassware and silverware throughout each shift.
Head Chef, 04/2016 to 10/2016
Bar 145 – 71 Celebration Dr.
  • Skillfully promoted items on beverage lists and restaurant specials.
  • Followed all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage to uphold proper health standards.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about the restaurant's menu and products.
  • Routinely supported other areas of the restaurant as requested, including answering telephones and completing financial transactions for other staff.
  • Addressed diner complaints with kitchen staff and served replacement menu items promptly.
  • Routinely cleaned work areas, glassware and silverware throughout each shift.
  • Inventoried and restocked items throughout day.
  • Assisted co-workers whenever possible.
  • Maintained complete knowledge of restaurant menu, including daily specials.
  • Operated all kitchen equipment adeptly.
  • Consistently kept kitchen areas clean and free of debris and water.
  • Routinely removed trash and debris from restaurant.
  • Washed and disinfected kitchen area, floors, tables, tools, knives and equipment.
  • Inspected, pulled and stacked cleaned items and sent soiled items back for re-scrubbing and re-washing.
  • Sorted, soaked and washed flatware.
  • Emptied and maintained trashcans and outdoor dumpster area.
  • Stocked and maintained cleanliness of stations.
  • Routinely carried large loads of dishes to kitchen for washing.
  • Maintained clean dining room, lobby and service areas at all times.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation.
Production, Delivery Driver, Server, 05/2015 to 08/2015
Pizza Hut – Hinchey Rd, & Dewey Ave
  • Skillfully promoted items on beverage lists and restaurant specials.
  • Followed all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage to uphold proper health standards.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about the restaurant's menu and products.
  • Routinely supported other areas of the restaurant as requested, including answering telephones and completing financial transactions for other staff.
  • Set dining tables according to type of event and service standards.
  • Addressed diner complaints with kitchen staff and served replacement menu items promptly.
  • Quickly recorded transactions in MICROS system to deliver prompt service.
  • Routinely cleaned work areas, glassware and silverware throughout each shift.
  • Developed and maintained positive working relationships with others to reach business goals.
  • Demonstrated genuine hospitality while greeting and establishing rapport with guests.
  • Guided guests through menus while demonstrating thorough knowledge of the food, beverages and ingredients.
  • Provided friendly and attentive service.
  • Precisely described menu items and special offerings and appropriately identified wine pairings.
  • Relayed orders to bar and kitchen by quickly and accurately recording guest selections and keying them into the register.
Education
High School Diploma: 2003
Pavilion Central School - Pavilion, NY
Certifications
Food Service Certificate : MCC
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Denny's
  • Bar 145
  • Pizza Hut

School Attended

  • Pavilion Central School

Job Titles Held:

  • Cook
  • Head Chef
  • Production, Delivery Driver, Server

Degrees

  • High School Diploma : 2003

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