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Food Prep Cooking Assistant resume example with 2+ years of experience

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Jessica Claire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 (555) 432-1000, resumesample@example.com
Summary

Hard-working Cook Assistant brings detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Keep kitchen areas well-stocked and organized for maximum efficiency. Team-oriented and reliable with excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.

Skills
  • Cutting and slicing techniques
  • Foodservice sanitation
  • Dish preparation
  • Equipment cleaning and maintenance
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Food preparation
  • Team-oriented
  • Highly motivated
  • Punctual and honest
  • Hot and cold food preparation
  • Vegetable preparation
  • Cleaning procedures
Experience
07/2020 to Current Food Prep Cooking Assistant Dartmouth College | Hanover, NH,
  • Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
  • Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
  • Adhered to all regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
  • Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
  • Rotated stock items and ingredients to maintain efficiency and freshness.
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Offered support to other stations during high-volume shifts to maintain optimal coverage and meet customer needs.
  • Prepped vegetables and fresh ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
  • Dressed, seasoned and garnished appetizers and salads to prepare for food service.
02/2020 to 09/2020 Dishwasher Pete's Bar And Grill | City, STATE,
  • Maintained clean and well-organized kitchen areas to promote efficiency.
  • Replenished stations throughout restaurant, including cupboards, serving areas and salad bars to meet employee and customer demands.
  • Scraped and pre-rinsed food from dirty dishes and placed items in dishwashing machine.
  • Scrubbed pots, pans and trays by hand or cleaned using industrial washing machine.
  • Kept dishware, glasses and utensils ready for all customer needs by quickly scraping, washing and restacking items.
  • Cleared trash and washed work area tables, walls, refrigerator equipment, cooking equipment and floors to keep sanitized kitchen.
  • Developed great team spirit with other personnel by pitching in and helping with task completion.
  • Cleaned dishes with detergent, rinsing and sanitizing chemicals in 3-compartment sink.
  • Wiped and sanitized various kitchen surfaces using specific cleaning supplies.
  • Loaded and unloaded dishwashers, washing by hand large pots or items used on continuous basis.
05/2018 to 12/2019 Cook, Waiter, Busboy MT's BBQ | City, STATE,
  • Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
  • Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
  • Verified adequate levels of supplies such as linens and trays and restocked low items.
  • Cleared tables efficiently to maintain high turnover rate and minimize wait times.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
  • Restocked condiments and drink station supplies to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods, including meats, potatoes and fish.
  • Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
  • Educated guests on daily specials and appetizers, entrees, desserts and other menu items.
  • Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
  • Regulated oven, broiler and roaster operations for cooking at correct temperatures.
  • Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
  • Completed closing duties by emptying trash, safeguarding alcohol and polishing silverware.
  • Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
  • Plated food and assessed plate presentation to maintain highest standard of food quality.
  • Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
  • Updated repeat customers on menu changes and new food and beverage offerings to maintain quality service relationships.
  • Completed thorough and accurate opening and closing duties to facilitate smooth restaurant operations.
  • Welcomed guests with personable attitude and smile, offering to bring beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
  • Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts to boost performance of serving staff.
  • Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of busy periods, including dinner rush.
Education and Training
Expected in 06/2018 High School Diploma | Delta High School, Muncie, IN GPA:
Expected in 10/2018 | Certified Cook, Safe Serve Certified Erskine Green Training Institute, Muncie, iN, GPA:
Activities and Honors

I am an active member of the Special Olympics. I compete in the bowling tournaments every Oct - Dec

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Delta High School
  • Erskine Green Training Institute

Job Titles Held:

  • Food Prep Cooking Assistant
  • Dishwasher
  • Cook, Waiter, Busboy

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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