Cooking Assistant Resume Example

JaneteAndrade

Summary

I am a professional with excellent work ethic, discipline, commitment and more than 20 years of experience in the food industry. I have worked in different kitchen stations, executing with perfection Brazilian and Mediterranean cuisines. (Restaurants, catering companies, hotel kitchens and cafeterias). I thrive in interpersonal relationships. Furthermore, I carry as my work objective, a quality service that caters to the needs of the company and its customers.

Experience

Cooking AssistantCompany Name | City, State | April 2019 - July 2019

Prepared food for service based on daily specials and chef's needs.
Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
Regulated oven, broiler and roaster operations for cooking at correct temperatures.
Organized, sanitized and maintained equipment and utensils.
Inspected and assessed quality of finished products.
Maximized kitchen speed and efficiency by preparing salads, desserts and meats for the chef
Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
Kept detailed records of food and supply inventory, ordering more or alerting chefs of deficiencies.

Waitress Supervisor/BaristaCompany Name | City, State | December 2013 - June 2018

Greeted customers at front counter, answering questions and inputting specialty coffee orders into POS system.
Discussed menu items and preparation methods with customers and suggested promotional items to increase sales.
Reconciled daily sales each shift, counting member drawers to analyze discrepancies.
Monitored cafe for seating availability, safety and wellbeing of guests.
Managed inventory by establishing and adjusting ordering parameters, accurate forecasting and monitoring waste.
Prepared and served coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees and teas.
Maintained highest standards of conduct and service to support company reputation.
Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators and heating equipment.
Supported store manager with recruiting, interviewing and hiring baristas.
Developed knowledge of growing practices and flavor profiles for teas.
Hosted coffee and tea tastings to showcase seasonal items and boost sales opportunities.
Greeted guests with pleasant smile and superior customer service.

CookCompany Name | City, State | February 2008 - October 2012

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 food items such as 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.
Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues, customer requests or substitutions for allergen concerns.

CookCompany Name | City, State | May 2005 - December 2007

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 food items such as 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.
Regulated oven, broiler and roaster operations for cooking at correct temperatures.
Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues, customer requests or substitutions for allergen concerns.

Skills

Quality control
Safe food handling
Plating and presentation
Food assembly
Reliable and trustworthy

Troubleshooting
Organization
Collaboration
Conflict resolution
Work ethic

Education and Training

High School DiplomaEMARC, City, StateDecember 1986

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