Cook Server resume example with 5+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA94105609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK Home: (555) 432-1000 - Cell: - resumesample@example.com - -
Summary
I am a very disciplined and hardworking individual who naturally gets along with others and understands the importance of teamwork. I want to learn or develop whatever skills necessary to be the most proficient worker possible. I have over six years of kitchen experience and will always remain teachable, as i know i have a lot to learn. i enjoy fast-paced culinary environments and will perform whatever tasks necessary to ensure continued success and high standards. I am a very detail oriented individual and also understand the importance of communication, multi-tasking, problem-solving and proper preparation.
Skills
Food presentation
Contemporary sauce work
Cutting and slicing techniques
Dish preparation
Cleaning and organization
High volume production capability
Focused and disciplined
Stocking supplies
Food preparation
Frying
Preparing ingredients
Grilling
Kitchen equipment cleaning
Plating dishes
Well-tuned palette
High volume egg/omelette making
Kitchen equipment knowledge
Baking
Pizza making
Front of house proficiency
Strong butchery skills
Experience
05/2019 to Current
Cook/ServerThe Waters Senior Living – Minneapolis, MN,
Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues or customer requests, including allergen concerns.
Created nutritious, safe, visually appealing, innovative and properly prepared and flavored food.
Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
Interacted professionally and effectively with wait staff regarding special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
Created special menu items based on current inventory.
Operated all kitchen equipment safely to avoid injuries.
Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
09/2017 to 03/2019
Sauté CookCache Creek Casino Resort – Brooks, CA,
Trained new team members on proper meat and vegetable preparation techniques.
Prepared a large number of dishes per day in fast-paced, high pressure environment while maintaining high customer satisfaction rate.
Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients to use oldest products first.
Chopped vegetables and seasoned meats and fish in preparation for grilling, sautéing and braising.
Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products resulting in consistently high scores on health inspections.
Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
Created nutritious, safe, visually appealing, innovative and properly prepared and flavored food.
Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
Reviewed recipes to determine exact measurements and ingredients to create dishes.
10/2015 to 09/2017
Kitchen ManagerCooper's Hawk Winery – Ashburn, VA,
Revamped and motivated kitchen staff to be highly efficient and produce consistent quality.
Interviewed, hired, and supervised back of house staff.
Kept kitchen clean, neat and sanitized by implementing surface and equipment schedules and standards.
Cleaned and inspected food preparation areas for safe and sanitary food-handling practices.
Trained employees on correct cooking techniques, safety standards and performance strategies.
Kept facility and equipment in good working condition through regular preventive maintenance and repair schedules.
Coordinated preparation of customer meals and monitored food handling for safety purposes.
Completed regular line checks to maximize quality assurance.
Identified, investigated and corrected operational issues such as inventory waste or theft to keep business operating at optimal levels.
Monitored business levels and realigned team positions to provide optimal coverage for customer demands.
Estimated supply requirements based on historical needs and projected business levels by accounting for special local events or sports games.
Trained workers in every position, including food preparation, money handling and cleaning roles.
Worked with vendors to establish strong relationships and maintain proper inventory supplies.
Assisted restaurant ownership with pricing by providing information about ingredient costs and correct portioning.
Received, organized and rotated paper goods and food ingredients.
Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and increase efficiency.
Established and enforced standards of personnel performance and service to provide customers with consistent and positive experiences.
Education and Training
Expected in
: Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning, And Refrigeration Technology Southern Maine Community College - South Portland, ME GPA:
Expected in
: Business Administration Burlington County College - Mt. Laurel, NJ, GPA:
Expected in
High School Diploma: Moorestown High School - Moorestown, NJ GPA:
Any information uploaded, such as a resume, or input by the user is owned solely by the user, not LiveCareer. For further information, please visit our Terms of Use.