lead cafeteria cook resume example with 13+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
, , 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor
Home: (555) 432-1000
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Professional Summary
Dedicated Cuisine/ Culinary Arts professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Reliable employee seeking Sous- Chef/ Chefs Assistant position. Offering excellent communication, good judgment and a passion for learning.
Accomplishments
Supervised team of 9- 18 staff members.
Prepared hundreds of meals, including appetizers and desserts, for high-volume catering events.
Recognized for top employee of the month on several occasions.
Awarded Best New Up and Coming Chef in2016 by Institute of Culinary Education(ICE, NJ) for scholarship opportunity .
Documented and resolved customer returns which led to reduced returns to kitchen and complaints on average 18%.
Skills
Flexible and Adaptable
Flexible & Adaptable
Collaboration
Conflict Resolution
Customer Service
Self-motivated professional
Good listening skills
Decision Making
Responsible
Leadership
Organization and Time Management
Work History
Lead Cafeteria Cook, 05/2021 to Current College Freshâ®, Inc. – Dallas, TX,
Cooked meals according to administrative policies, health code regulations and food service standards.
Prepared and served over 1000 nutritious meals each day.
Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
Updated daily logs, checked in deliveries and submitted weekly reports.
Followed proper procedures for use of government-provided commodities.
Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Planned menus complying with established health guidelines and budget limitations.
Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Chef's Assistant, 09/2016 to 05/2021 The Culinary Institute Of America – San Antonio, TX,
Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
Maintained high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation.
Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
Lifted and carried heavy materials.
Adhered to procedures in preparing food items.
Used manual or electric appliances to clean, peel, slice and trim foods.
Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Chef Assistant, 02/2013 to 08/2016 Hilton Hotels Corporation – City, STATE,
Managed food preparation activities, such as cutting ingredients to size and preparing sauces and garnishes.
Maintained cleanliness and order of kitchen prep areas and appliances as well as convenient organization of ingredients.
Floated throughout kitchen to assist in meal preparation and plating, effectively anticipating chef and waiting staff's needs.
Assisted in menu preparation, making suggestions and researching recipes compatible with existing menu items.
Received, inspected and verified food and kitchen inventory delivery before storage.
Observed established recipes, portions, and methods while cooking food to fulfill guest's preferences.
Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
Used variety of kitchen tools and appliances to prepare ingredients and meals.
Line Cook/Food Expediter, 01/2009 to 02/2013 Outback Steakhouse – City, STATE,
Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Prepared food items such as meats, poultry and fish for frying purposes.
Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
Unloaded food supplies from distributor trucks to efficiently organize inventory.
Used kitchen equipment safely and reduced risk of injuries and burns.
Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
Assisted preparation of food plates, overseeing quality and appearance.
Maintained speed of service for food orders while minimizing errors and complaints.
Executed and supervised plate preparation according to temperature and condiment specifications.
Delivered exceptional guest experiences through attentive service and quick responses to issues.
Assisted wait staff with timely food delivery and guest requests.
Education
No Degree: Business Administration And Management, Expected in to Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey - New Brunswick, NJ GPA:
High School Diploma: , Expected in to Atlantic City High School - Atlantic City, NJ GPA:
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