Cook resume example with 5+ years of experience
Jessica Claire
- , , 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK 100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor
- (555) 432-1000
- resumesample@example.com
- Date of Birth:
- India:
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Summary
Hard-working cook bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Keeps kitchen areas well-stocked and organized for maximum productivity. Team-oriented and reliable with excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Skills
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Experience
Cook, 09/2019 - Current
Amc Entertainment Inc. – Fort Gratiot, MI,
Amc Entertainment Inc. – Fort Gratiot, MI,
- Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
- Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of busy periods, including dinner rush.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
- Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
- Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Salesperson, 06/2011 - 04/2012
4 Wheel Parts Performance Centers – Austin, TX,
4 Wheel Parts Performance Centers – Austin, TX,
- Sparked social conversations with customers to provide friendly atmosphere and smooth shopping experience.
- Counted cash, made change and stored coupons to keep organized and balanced cash register drawer.
- Arranged merchandise for display to highlight new styles, attract customers and enhance sales.
- Maintained current store, product and promotional knowledge to drive consistent sales.
- Acquired new customers and identified unique needs to deliver relevant products.
- Gathered information from clients to create solutions that achieved business needs and desires.
- Determined specific needs of customers by conducting in-store surveys to learn how shoppers were spending personal time and money.
- Improved overall customer purchasing experiences to promote steady revenue.
- Demonstrated product features to align with customer needs.
Server, 07/2008 - 10/2010
Edgewater Beach Resort Management, Inc. – Panama City, FL,
Edgewater Beach Resort Management, Inc. – Panama City, FL,
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
- Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and anticipating condiments, napkins and other needs.
- Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
- Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
- Prepared salads, appetizers and garnishes to assist kitchen staff.
- Maximized beverage sales by suggesting appropriate food and drink pairings to suit unique customer preferences.
- Arranged place settings with fresh tablecloths, tableware and flowers to create appealing tables.
- Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
- Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Cleared table and bussed dishes to allow for quick setups.
- Maintained accuracy while handling payments, giving change and printing receipts to customers.
- Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts.
- Set up dining room to meet hospitality and service standards.
- Welcomed guests with personable attitude and brought beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
- Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
- Greeted newly seated guests promptly, filled water glasses and brought bread to table.
- Answered guest questions regarding menu, food and beverage preparation, recipe ingredients and allergens.
- Implemented sanitary food handling, holding and service protocols.
- Completed opening and closing checklists to facilitate smooth restaurant operations.
- Maintained knowledge of menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
Education and Training
High School Diploma: , Expected in 05/2003
John T. Hoggard High School - Wilmington, NC,
John T. Hoggard High School - Wilmington, NC,
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Resume Overview
School Attended
- John T. Hoggard High School
Job Titles Held:
- Cook
- Salesperson
- Server
Degrees
- High School Diploma
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