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Kervin
Samphere
Professional Summary

Energetic [Job Title] with [Number] years of experience preparing appetizing menu items at [Type] restaurant. Multi-talented at cooking wide variety of items using [Technique] and [Technique]. Service-oriented and skilled at fulfilling special requests. Motivated [Job Title] offering over [Number] years of experience in food preparation. High standards for taste and quality with expertise maintaining profitable margins. Superior communication and leadership skills. Consistent [Job Title] exceptionally well-versed in food plating and knife handling skills and techniques. Offering [Number] years of comprehensive experience in quality food preparation and presentation.

Skills
  • Food plating and presentation
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Food preparation
  • Institutional and batch cooking
Education
Rudyard High SchoolRudyard Mi06/1989High School Diploma
Certifications
  • SafeServ certification: Food Handling
Work History
White House Cafe Inc.- Cook
Devils Lake, ND09/2019 - Current
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety.
  • Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
  • Ordered and received products and supplies to stock kitchen areas.
  • Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning and sanitation protocols.
  • Received food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete entire order together and serve hot.
  • Checked each food item for freshness and provided feedback to kitchen supervisor for removal.
  • Packaged, arranged and labeled ingredient stock, storing at established temperatures.
  • Washed, peeled and cut various fruits and vegetables to prepare for serving.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Cooked regular menu items and seasonal offerings according to corporate standards and guidelines.
  • Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry and fish for frying purposes.
  • Unloaded food supplies from distributor trucks to efficiently organize inventory.
  • Cleaned counters, food preparation areas and equipment with sanitizing spray to reduce risk of cross-contamination.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Developed [Type] process that reduced waste [Number]% and improved supply turnover [Number]%.
  • Prepared items like bacon ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
  • Communicated closely with [Job title]s to fully understand special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
  • Collaborated with [Job title]s to collect information about specific customer desires and dietary needs.
  • Reduced customer waiting by batch cooking popular items during rush times.
  • Produced over [Number][Type] dishes per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
  • Alerted customers that food orders were ready for pick-up by [Action].
White House Cafe- Dishwasher
Devils Lake, ND09/2019 - Current
  • Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
  • Oversaw incoming deliveries, including unboxing supplies, shelving stock and rotating items.
  • Maintained clean and contaminant-free cooking equipment and receptacles through [Technique] and [Technique].
  • Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents and sanitizers to protect customer health.
  • Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
  • Boosted team efficiency by keeping kitchen areas organized, clean and properly sanitized.
  • Troubleshot equipment malfunctions and completed minor repairs to keep equipment functioning.
  • Moved items from main storage areas to easily accessible small fridge, freezers and containers to support kitchen staff efficiency.
  • Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
  • Used [Type] sprayer to loosen food residue and enhance cleaning.
  • Maintained proper temperatures, behaviors and controls to meet or exceed health department standards.
  • Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
  • Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
  • Helped team meet expected demands by restocking work areas throughout restaurant such as server stations, salad bars and supply cupboards.
  • Loaded more than [Number] glasses, silverware and dishes into dishwasher each shift, running average of [Number] loads per day.
  • Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
  • Disinfected counters and wiped down food prep surfaces to prevent illness and cross-contamination from raw meats.
  • Kept all dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards by [Action].
  • Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils and trays quickly and without breaking.
  • Performed routine maintenance on [Type] and [Type] equipment by request of managers.
  • Volunteered to assist [Job title]s with [Task] and [Task] during peak meal times after completing dishwashing duties.
  • Effectively scrubbed and scoured pots and pans using [Type] and [Type] products to remove burnt-on food.
  • Communicated with team members to keep operations running smoothly by helping with [Task] and [Task].
  • Established great relationships with staff by promoting team-oriented atmosphere through use of [Skill] and [Skill].
  • Kept work area clean, dry and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
  • Gently moved glassware, crystal and other delicate items to prevent breakage.
  • Paid close attention to all instructions from [Job title]s and carefully studied [Technique], successfully establishing skills in [Skill] and [Skill].
  • Cultivated strong customer relationships to generate repeat and referred patronage by offering spotless dishes and [Result].
  • Efficiently loaded and unloaded dishwashers, cleaning by hand large pots or [Type] items used often by kitchen staff.
  • Efficiently and quickly cleaned various dishes, silverware and [Type] to provide smooth service and reduce wait times.
  • Increased machine efficiency by scraping and pre-washing dishes.
Benigains- Cook
Mandan, North Dakota04/2019 - 07/2020
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety.
  • 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.
  • Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients and workstations when opening and closing kitchen.
  • Developed menus, pricing and special food offerings to increase revenue and customer satisfaction.
  • Enhanced and maintained central standardized recipe and ingredient repository, including nutritional and cost information.
  • Met production requirements for all aspects of banquet and outlet desserts and breakfast pastries.
  • Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
  • Reduced restaurant's annual food and labor costs by [Number]% through proper budgeting, scheduling and management of inventory.
  • Produced over [Number][Type] dishes per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
  • Received food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete entire order together and serve hot.
  • Mentored staff in expectations and parameters of kitchen goals and daily work.
  • Created ice sculptures for major events such as weddings and private corporate parties.
  • Assisted chef with planning easy but elegant appetizers to spark customer interest.
  • Served [Number] nutritious meals daily to students in [Type] school.
  • Safely used kitchen equipment such as [Type] and [Type], effectively reducing injuries and burns [Number]%.
  • Packaged, arranged and labeled ingredient stock, storing at established temperatures.
  • Washed, peeled and cut various fruits and vegetables to prepare for serving.
  • Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping and taking out trash.
  • Inspected and cleaned food preparation areas to guarantee safe, sanitary food-handling practices.
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • White House Cafe Inc.
  • White House Cafe
  • Benigains

School Attended

  • Rudyard High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Cook
  • Dishwasher

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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