Line Cook Resume Example Olive Garden

LINE COOK

Professional Summary

Diligent line cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to meeting every preparation and service need. Thorough Service Technician with commitment to superior service. Driven to consistently contribute value through impeccable work ethic and unending quest to achieve new service skills. Experience managing high-volume of service calls while maintaining quality and efficiency.

Skills

Equipment Selection
Equipment Maintenance
Installation
Operation Monitoring
Quality Control Analysis
Communication
Forklift
Forms
Hand tools
Machinery
Materials

Problem Solving
Personnel
Test equipment
Food rotation
Food Presentation
Food Spoilage Prevention
Kitchen sanitation
Food safety
Troubleshooting ability
Safety and compliance

Work History

Line Cook, 12/2016 to Current
Olive Garden – San Angelo, TX

Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Checked each food item for freshness and provided feedback to kitchen supervisor for removal.
Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning and sanitation protocols.
Unloaded food supplies from distributor trucks to efficiently organize inventory.
Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety.
Collaborated with waiters to collect information about specific customer desires and dietary needs.
Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment by cleaning grills, griddles, ovens and fryers
Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients and workstations during opening and closing procedures to maximize efficiency.
Distributed food to team members with efficiency in high-volume environment.
Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.

OPERATOR TECHNICIAN, 09/2015 to 11/2016
TRINITY ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES – Pecos, TX

Operate and maintain centrifuges used in oil extraction of waste materials.
Perform any repairs needed on machinery.
Monitor and adjust tank levels of salt water disposal.
Operate forklift and excavator as needed.
Operate and adjust controls on equipment to purify and clarify water and recovered oil, process or dispose of waste materials.
Inspect equipment or monitor operating conditions, meters, and gauges to determine load requirements and detect malfunctions.
Collect and test material samples, using test equipment and color analysis standards.
Record operational data, personnel attendance, or meter and gauge readings on specified forms.
Maintain, repair, and lubricate equipment, using hand tools and power tools.
Direct and coordinate plant workers engaged in routine operations and maintenance activities.
Clean and maintain tanks, filter beds, and other work areas using hand tools and power tools.
Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for continuous operations.

SERVICE TECHNICIAN, 10/2014 to 09/2015
Expro – Midland, TX

Installation, maintenance and repair of hydraulic chokes and control panels on drilling rigs.
Take measurements needed to install equipment.
Maintain tool and spare parts inventories required for repair, installation, or replacement services.
Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
Provided exemplary customer service on each field visit according to Expro's guidelines.
Reviewed all aspects of job upon completion to alleviate equipment failure and prevent callbacks.

Culinary Professional, 03/2007 to 10/2014
Olive Garden – San Angelo, TX

Inspected deliveries for accuracy and safety.
Took inventory of supplies and maintained accurate stock records to minimize losses and support supply ordering.
Conducted hourly inspections of food preparation and dining facilities to verify compliance with health and safety regulations.
Prepared and expedited food orders to support waitstaff and other team members.
Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.

Education

High School Diploma: 05/2005
CHRISTOVAL HIGH SCHOOL - Christoval, TX

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Olive Garden
TRINITY ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Expro

School Attended

CHRISTOVAL HIGH SCHOOL

Job Titles Held:

Line Cook
OPERATOR TECHNICIAN
SERVICE TECHNICIAN
Culinary Professional

Degrees

High School Diploma : 05/2005

Line Cook Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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