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COOK
Skills
  • Food presentation
  • Dish preparation
  • Cutting and slicing techniques
  • Contemporary sauce work
  • Focused and disciplined
  • Food preparation
  • Kitchen equipment cleaning
  • Plating dishes
  • Cleaning and sanitization
  • Stocking ingredients
  • Preparing ingredients
Education and Training
06/2019
High School Diploma
Elyria High SchoolElyria, OH
Summary

Disciplined individual committed to impeccable food preparation and presentation within both fast-casual and fine-dining restaurants. Recognized for preparing high-quality cuisine aligned to restaurant standards and consistency requirements.

Qualified Cook with 4 years of experience in restaurant environments. Team-player highly skilled at communicating clearly with cashiers and kitchen staff. Current Food Handler permit.

Motivated and hardworking with years of experience cooking delicious items quickly at fast food establishments. Expert at preparing various menu items using basic and advanced cooking methods. Customer-focused and dedicated to preparing orders exactly as requested.

Experience
CookTopgolf | Cleveland, Ohio11/2019 - Current
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
  • Created nutritious, safe, visually appealing, innovative and properly prepared and flavored food.
  • Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues or customer requests, including allergen concerns.
  • 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.
  • Communicated with wait staff regarding customer requests, dietary concerns and allergy questions.
  • Mixed, weighed and proofed ingredients to match exact recipe formula.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods.
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize salmonella and other food borne illnesses.
  • Collaborated closely with food and beverage leadership to conduct staff meetings and resolve service, product and personnel issues.
  • Developed new recipes based on knowledge of consumer tastes, ideal nutritional needs and budgetary considerations.
  • Garnished and arranged dishes into creative presentations to delight patrons.
  • Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
  • Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
  • Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, meticulously following recipes to produce quality dishes.
  • Created exceptional menu items executed with precision to regularly garner diner praise.
  • Chopped, diced, and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of busy periods, including dinner rush.
  • Decorated cakes, cupcakes, tarts and pastries, and skillfully handled special order items.
  • Frosted and decorated cakes, cupcakes, doughnuts, sweet rolls, pastries and cookies.
  • Operated all kitchen equipment safely to avoid injuries.
  • Identified opportunities to increase revenue, decrease kitchen expenses and maximize departmental productivity without compromising guest satisfaction.
  • Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
  • Emphasized food quality and specialized baking techniques to set items apart from competitor offerings.
  • Maximized efficiency of kitchen operation by overseeing daily product inventory, purchasing and receiving.
  • Developed strategies to enhance catering and retail food service revenue and productivity goals.
  • Maximized efficiency of kitchen operation by overseeing daily product inventory, purchasing and receiving.
  • Interacted professionally and effectively with wait staff regarding special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
  • Estimated staffing needs and adjusted hourly schedules to match demand patterns, budget and local labor laws.
  • Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients to use oldest products first.
  • Measured and regulated oven, broiler and roaster operations for cooking at correct temperatures.
  • Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
  • Operated all bakery equipment, including ovens, proofers, fryers, sheeters, rounders, scales and mixers.
Nutrition Services AssistantUniversity Hospitals | Elyria, OH08/2019 - 11/2019
  • Assembled prepared food on trays for patients with regular and modified diets.
  • Collected dishes, loaded dishwasher and unloaded after completed cycles to keep clean dishes on-hand.
  • Cleaned kitchen floors and equipment, storage areas and walk-in refrigerators.
  • Minimized spoilage risks by rotating stock according to first-in-first-out processes.
  • Helped kitchen staff by preparing items such as salads and desserts in advance.
  • Evaluated unique nutrient and energy requirements for each patient based on BMI, lifestyle and individual medical issues.
  • Created new dishes to develop healthier meal options for patients.
  • Selected foods appropriate for individual patients dietary needs.
  • Developed diets to meet nutritional requirements for people with special conditions.
  • Notified registered dietician of individuals identified as high-risk.
  • Educated patients, families and medical practitioners on nutrition.
  • Performed full nutritional assessments.
  • Helped individuals manage chronic illnesses with dietary management strategies.
  • Worked with food service personnel to update patient meal programs and public cafeteria menus.
  • Counseled pregnant women on nutritional requirements and suggestions for healthy diets.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
  • Collaborated with others to discuss new sales opportunities.
  • Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
  • Performed site evaluations, customer surveys and team audits.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
BaristaStarbucks | Avon Lake, OH12/2018 - 06/2019
  • Memorized official and off-menu preparations to serve all customer beverage desires.
  • Merchandised display cases and diligently promoted prepared foods to drive business revenue.
  • Listened to customer desires and needs to recommend optimal products.
  • Restocked counter and customer areas to maintain adequate items levels for expected needs.
  • Protected customers by regularly cleaning and sanitizing work areas and equipment.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils and equipment.
  • Weighed, ground and packed coffee per customer orders.
  • Cleaned equipment, disposed of waste, closed registers and carried out other closing duties.
  • Enthusiastically engaged customers during busy periods to keep mood light and fun.
  • Provided customers with product details such as coffee blends and preparation descriptions.
  • Managed inventory by establishing and adjusting ordering parameters, accurate forecasting and monitoring waste.
  • Created hand-crafted beverages based upon customer preferences.
  • Monitored cafe for seating availability, safety and well being of guests.
  • Prepared and served hot and cold beverages such as coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees and teas.
  • Maintained calm demeanor during high-volume periods and special events.
  • Redesigned coffee menu for improved readability.
  • Designed and printed menus, recipes and promotions and offers.
  • Maintained highest standards of conduct and service to support company reputation.
  • Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators and heating equipment to ensure proper functioning.
  • Greeted guests with pleasant smile and superior customer service.
  • Maintained clean and organized workspace, enabling coworkers to locate resources and product.
  • Organized service and seating areas.
  • Received and accurately processed customer payments.
  • Supported store manager with recruiting, interviewing and hiring baristas.
  • Resolved customer disputes with tact and professionalism.
  • Ordered, received and stocked supplies and retail products.
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Topgolf
  • University Hospitals
  • Starbucks

School Attended

  • Elyria High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Cook
  • Nutrition Services Assistant
  • Barista

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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