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LEAD PREP COOK
Summary

I am a hard-working Chef with a solution focused mindset, whom brings a detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Kitchen culture is very important. I promote keeping all kitchen areas well-stocked and organized for maximum efficiency. I Team-oriented and reliable with excellent communication and problem-solving strengths. I am a dynamic food service professional with excellent teamwork and leadership abilities, as well as a high aptitude in learning new tasks quickly. Highly knowledgeable in ingredient preparation, including slicing and cutting techniques. Comes equipped with over 10 years of related experience.

"The most valuable tool we have is our ability to learn" Saul M. Smith

Skills
  • Recipe preparation
  • Cutting and slicing techniques
  • Equipment cleaning and maintenance
  • Foodservice sanitation
  • Multitasking
  • Effective prioritization
  • Active listener
  • Punctual and honest
  • Team-oriented
  • Highly motivated
  • Ingredient inspection
  • Food plating
  • Recipe review
  • Plating dishes
  • Contemporary sauce work
  • Ingredient mixing
  • Strong butchery skills
  • High volume production capability
  • Sauce development
  • Cleaning procedures
  • Vegetable preparation
  • Well-tuned palette
  • Staff training
  • Safety initiatives
  • Hot and cold food preparation
  • Knife skills
  • Ingredient measurement
  • Food preparation
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Dish preparation
Experience
February 2020
to
Current
Tupelo Honey CafeCharlotte, NCLead Prep Cook
  • Adhered to all regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
  • Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
  • 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.
  • Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Rotated stock items and ingredients to maintain efficiency and freshness.
  • Verified proper food preparation by regulating temperature of ovens, broilers, grills and roasters.
  • Organized and labeled stock of ingredients to maintain needed inventory levels.
  • Assisted with training and development of new talent.
  • Operated grills and steamers to prepare vegetables, potatoes, rice and meats.
  • Cooked food following specific measurements and recipes.
  • Identified machine malfunctions, leading to cost-saving repairs.
  • Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues or customer requests, including allergen concerns.
  • Improved overall kitchen efficiency through coaching and being an example, leading to more consistent execution.
  • Offered support to other stations in high-volume shifts or as needed.
  • Made all meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
November 2019
to
January 2020
Original Pancake HouseCharlotte, NCLine Cook/Kitchen Prep Cook
  • Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products resulting in consistently high scores on health inspections.
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
  • Created nutritious, safe, visually appealing, innovative and properly prepared and flavored food.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods, including meats, potatoes and fish.
  • Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
  • Recorded and reported status of various ingredient stock levels to notify manager to reorder products.
  • Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports.
  • Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
  • Maintained hygienic kitchen by regularly mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing all utensils and glassware.
  • Marinated food items according to corporate-provided instructions and recipes.
  • Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
  • Washed and peeled ingredients to prepare for use in different meals and recipes.
September 2016
to
March 2019
Bean Vegan CuisineCharlotte, NCPrep Cook/ Line Cook/Dessert Chef
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Adhered to all regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
  • Rotated stock items and ingredients to maintain efficiency and freshness.
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Made all meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
  • Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
  • Offered support to other stations during high-volume shifts to maintain optimal coverage and meet customer needs.
  • Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
  • Marinated and pre-cooked desserts and meat substitutions for appetizers and entrees to prepare for meal service.
  • Verified proper food preparation by regulating temperature of ovens, broilers, grills and roasters.
  • Assisted with training and development of new talent.
  • Assisted with dining room tasks by removing soiled dishes during meal service and returning to kitchen for washing.
  • Cooked food following specific measurements and recipes.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods, including meats, potatoes and fish.
  • Operated grills and steamers to prepare vegetables, potatoes, rice and meats.
  • Dressed, seasoned and garnished appetizers and salads to prepare for food service.
  • Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues or customer requests, including allergen concerns.
  • Identified machine malfunctions, leading to cost-saving repairs.
  • Organized and labeled stock of ingredients to maintain needed inventory levels.
  • Offered support to other stations in high-volume shifts or as needed.
Education and Training
December 2011
Community Culinary School Of CharlotteCharlotte , NCAssociate of Arts: Culinary Arts
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Tupelo Honey Cafe
  • Original Pancake House
  • Bean Vegan Cuisine

School Attended

  • Community Culinary School Of Charlotte

Job Titles Held:

  • Lead Prep Cook
  • Line Cook/Kitchen Prep Cook
  • Prep Cook/ Line Cook/Dessert Chef

Degrees

  • Associate of Arts : Culinary Arts

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