Professional Line Cook with 25+ years of experience in a wide variety of fast paced kitchen environments. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with cashiers and kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking with a passion for food.
Skills
Kitchen management
Cash handling
Opening and closing procedures
Safe food handling
Kitchen equipment sanitation
Efficient multitasking
Food inspection
Teamwork
Ingredient preparation
Grill management
Cooking
Food rotation
Work History
Line Cook, 06/2019 to 01/2020 Rh – Wrentham, MA,
Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
Received food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete entire order together and serve hot.
Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment by cleaning grills, griddles, ovens and fryers
Cleaned counters, food preparation areas and equipment with sanitizing spray to reduce risk of cross-contamination.
Lead Cook/Trainer, 08/2017 to 05/2019 Parker's Convenience Stores – Port Royal, SC,
Taught kitchen staff safety protocols and restaurant standards.
Delegated jobs within kitchen depending on restaurant traffic and employee skill.
Coordinated line cook break schedules to avoid delays during busy periods and maintain adequate coverage.
Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning and sanitation protocols.
Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients and workstations when opening and closing kitchen.
Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
Prepared items like bacon ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment by cleaning grills, griddles, ovens and fryers
Shiftleader/ Lead Cook/Crew Trainer, 04/2013 to 03/2017 Dennys – City, STATE,
Taught kitchen staff safety protocols and restaurant standards.
Delegated jobs within kitchen depending on restaurant traffic and employee skill.
Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning and sanitation protocols.
Monitored cooks and dishwasher performance and suggested improvements to streamline processes and increase team efficiency.
Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety.
Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
Fried, grilled and baked foods such as pancake puppies, tilapia, and pies
Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients and workstations when opening and closing kitchen.
Cleaned counters, food preparation areas and equipment with sanitizing spray to reduce risk of cross-contamination.
Crosstrained for FOH, which included:
Collaborated with kitchen team to support order preparation, manage efficient deliveries and minimize customer service issues by verifying meals.
Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items for dissatisfied customers.
Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils and refilling beverages promptly and courteously.
Enhanced operational efficiency by using slow periods to restock employee and customer supplies, including ice, condiments, utensils, napkins, trays and delivery bags.
Restocked salad bar and buffet for lunch and dinner service.
Greeted and maintained relationships with regular customers.
Assistant Kitchen Manager, 04/2006 to 01/2010 Lonestar – City, STATE,
Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.
Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Updated daily logs, checked in deliveries and submitted weekly reports.
Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning and sanitation protocols.
Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety.
Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
Communicated closely with window managers to fully understand special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Education
High School Diploma: , Expected in 05/1999 Douglas County High School - Winston, OR, GPA:
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