Head Cook/ Head Chef Resume Example Terra Cotta Restaurant And Lounge

HEAD COOK/ HEAD CHEF

Professional Summary

Enthusiastic Cook eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of International foods and dishes and training in cooking . Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the Arts of Culinary.

Skills

Food Service (4 years)
Food Prep (4 years)
Team Member (3 years)
Cooking (4 years)
Inventory Control (2 years)

Grill (2 Years)
Kitchen Staff (4 Years)
Cooking station setup (4 Years)
Cooking skills (4 Years)
Batch cooking (4 Years)

Work History

02/2018 to 01/2020Head Cook/ Head ChefTerra Cotta Restaurant And Lounge | Los Angeles, CA

Organize all stations and making sure all ingredients are as fresh as prepared correctly as possible.
Following Safety Food Rules, such as meat temp, cutting boards, sanitizer buckets, food labels, proper uniform and personal hygiene.
Provide excellent service to all customers and serve dishes to their Liking.
Communicating with all co-workers and being able to work together as team in a safe environment.
Create work Schedules for all employees in the Kitchen.
Communicate with Food Warehouses to deliver high and fresh quality ingredients.
Create new dishes For upcoming menus in the future.
Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work efficient and consistent.
Aligned seasonal plans with ingredient availability and key area events for optimal promotions.
Coordinated hiring and training activities for kitchen and back of house employees while continuously monitoring performance.
Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Determined purchasing specifications and budgetary allotments for all menu items.
Collaborated with vendors to source desired recipe ingredients while maintaining tight cost controls.
Developed recipes, portion specifications, and standard preparation procedures for all dishes.
Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
Developed and cooked exciting, memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.

07/2016 to 02/2019BOH CookTender Greens | Los Angeles, CA

My Duties as BOH cook:.
Prepping all ingredients to SOP.
Cooking all types of meats, poultry, and seafood to correct temps.
Carving all meats to the proper serving amounts.
Create Fresh salads to customers to their liking.
Create fresh Salads dressings according SOP.
Maintaining all stations clean and sanitized as needed.
Following all Food Safety Protocols(i.e : labels, cutting boards, chemicals, sanitizing, meat temps, food storage, cooling down food safety.
Learned new menu offerings and options easily to assist customers with selecting items.
Completed training to learn additional techniques for making new and seasonal items.
Received food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete entire order together and serve hot.
Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
Reduced customer waiting by batch cooking popular items during rush times.
Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
Packaged, arranged and labeled ingredient stock, storing at established temperatures.
Coordinated with Cashiers to gather and review order information for accurate order completion.
Distributed food to wait staff quickly to provide excellent customer satisfaction.
Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Cleaned counters, food preparation areas and equipment with sanitizing spray to reduce risk of cross-contamination.
Scrubbed grill every [Timeframe] and on customer request due to food allergies to clean food residue and avoid issues with allergens.
Washed, chopped, Lettuces and vegetables and Meat ingredients.

12/2019 to CurrentSalad MakerSimply Salads | Los Angeles, CA

Supported waitstaff and other team members in completing tasks.
Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
Organized, arranged, and re-stocked various stations, including buffet, salad bar, and service areas.
Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients and workstations when opening and closing kitchen.
Promoted customer satisfaction by preparing food according to standard recipes with modifications based on individual customer requirements.
Used downtimes to prepare ingredients and restock supplies for expected busy periods.
Utilized culinary and cutlery tools to prepare various foods for cooking or cold dish presentations.
Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.

Education

High School DiplomaLos Angeles Academy of Arts And Enterprise , Los Angeles, CA

Certifications

Food Service (4 years)

Food Prep (4 years)

Team Member (3 years)

Cooking (4 years)

Inventory Control (2 years)

Grill

Kitchen Staff Certifications and Licenses Food Handler Present Food Safety Present

Additional Information

2137166015 , Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Terra Cotta Restaurant And Lounge
Tender Greens
Simply Salads

School Attended

Los Angeles Academy of Arts And Enterprise

Job Titles Held:

Head Cook/ Head Chef
BOH Cook
Salad Maker

Degrees

High School Diploma

Head Cook/ Head Chef Resume Example

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