Resourceful line cook with 4 years of experience working in the restaurant industry and food stations within a 200 seat high class and fast food restaurants. Skilled in following recipes and food presentation specifications and assisting in serving lines. In-depth knowledge of operating and cleaning kitchen equipment operations.
Skills
Recipe creation
Ingredient inspection
Equipment cleaning and maintenance
Food storage
Foodservice sanitation
Food presentation
Sauce preparation
Cutting and slicing techniques
Multitasking
Dish preparation
Team-oriented
Punctual and honest
Food preparation
Highly motivated
Effective prioritization
Cleaning and organization
Equipment maintenance
Active listener
ContaClairetion control
Experience
Line Cook, 12/2018 to 08/2019 Rh – Corte Madera, CA,
Created nutritious, safe, visually appealing, innovative and properly prepared and flavored food.
Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
Marinated food items according to corporate-provided instructions and recipes.
Maximized efficiency of kitchen operation by overseeing daily product inventory, purchasing and receiving.
Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports.
Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products resulting in consistently high scores on health inspections.
Delivered soiled dishes and pots and pans to washing areas and assisted in cleaning and drying all items.
Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
Prepared more than 100 dishes per day in fast-paced cooking/prepping environment while maintaining high customer satisfaction rate.
Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
Created approximately 100+ orders simultaneously during busy periods with high accuracy, maintaining customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues or customer requests, including allergen concerns.
Washed and peeled ingredients to prepare for use in different meals and recipes.
Mentored and trained 5 line cooks and 10 dishwashers through on the job and on the line, improving overall quality and performance.
Placed frequently used food such as uncooked meats and prepped foods in proper storage containers and placed perishable items in refrigerator.
Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contaClairetion from raw items.
Grilled and deep fried various foods, including fries, calamari and brussel sprouts.
Operated all kitchen equipment safely to avoid injuries.
Restocked all food items throughout shift to guarantee cooks had all necessary ingredients needed for service.
Assisted in preparation of menu items such as steaks, burgers and sandwiches.
Maintained hygienic kitchen by regularly mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing all utensils and glassware.
Developed new recipes based on knowledge of consumer tastes, ideal nutritional needs and budgetary considerations.
Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
Interacted professionally and effectively with wait staff regarding special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
Fry Cook, 03/2017 to 11/2018 Marriott International – White Plains, NY,
Supervised staff of 5, providing direction in preparing specialty items, including frozen and fried food.
Cleaned fryers and grills through cleaning the frier and the grill top to maintain pristine condition.
Delivered soiled dishes and pots and pans to washing areas and assisted in cleaning and drying all items.
Made adjustments to food items to accommodate guests with allergies or specific dietary concerns.
Created approximately 70 orders simultaneously during busy periods with high accuracy, maintaining customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Placed frequently used food such as cheeses and vegetables in proper storage containers and placed perishable items in refrigerator.
Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
Marinated food items according to corporate-provided instructions and recipes.
Communicated with kitchen staff to complete orders quickly.
Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
Labeled, dated and filled pans with chopped vegetables and prepared foods prior to shift.
Followed procedures to prevent cross-contaClairetion of items for patrons with allergies and gluten intolerance
Handled waste management duties by properly and safely disposing of all trash at end of shift.
Adhered to food safety and HACCP regulations to prevent contaClairetion of food.
Monitored freshness and condition of prepared foods by checking expiration dates and heat lamp temperatures.
Sanitized all cutting boards and surfaces at beginning of shift to avoid cross-contaClairetion.
Restocked and rotated food products using first-in, first-out method.
Set up station according to standard operating procedures with ample backup product to complete shift.
Operated all kitchen equipment safely to avoid injuries.
Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
Interacted professionally and effectively with wait staff regarding special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
Properly labeled and dated all food products to ensure safekeeping and sanitation.
Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
Assisted in preparation of menu items such as steaks, burgers and sandwiches.
Checked temperatures for food items during cooking, holding and serving.
Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times at lunch and dinner rush.
Prepared approximately 70+ meals per shift using company recipes and techniques.
Organized kitchen and walk-in freezer to enable all employees to easily find items.
Wiped down counters with sanitizing spray to avoid contaClairetion and foodborne illnesses.
Created approximately [Number] orders simultaneously during busy periods with high accuracy, maintaining customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Cashier/ Donation Center Supervisor , 12/2015 to 02/2017 Value Village Thrift Stores – City, STATE,
Read weekly sales inserts and monitored price changes.
Processed returned items in accordance with store policy.
Helped customers find specific products, answering questions and offering advice.
Provided assistance with purchases, locating items and signing up for rewards programs.
Resolved issues regarding customer complaints and escalated worsening concerns to for remediation.
Inspected items for damage and reported issues to supervisor to return unsalable merchandise and obtain replacements for customers.
Notified security of suspected theft, including descriptions of individuals and items stolen to help control store losses.
Compiled and updated client data to track payments trends and support accurate accounting.
Increased sales 10% by suggesting specific purchases to customers and teaching staff to do as well.
Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
Monitored sidewalk sales events to protect products, added new merchandise and rang up purchases at outside registers.
Trained new employees in cashiering procedures, offering assistance in resolving [Type] issues.
Assisted cashiers with completing end-of-day counts and securing funds to prevent loss or theft.
Troubleshot and resolved issues with cash registers, card scanners and printers.
Welcomed customers, offering assistance to help find necessary store items.
Smoothly processed incoming orders, handling over 100+ transactions per day with exceptional accuracy.
Organized and maintained both physical and digital payment documentation for accurate filing and compliant recordkeeping.
Drove sales and add-on purchases by promoting specific item options to customers.
Wiped down counters and conveyor belt to remove debris and maintain cleanliness.
Assisted customers with account updates, new service additions and promotional offers.
Received payments for merchandise shipping and issued receipts reflecting zero balances or additional payments required to bring accounts current.
Properly verified customer identification for alcohol or tobacco purchases.
Processed all sales transactions accurately and promptly to prevent long customer wait times.
Observed company return policy when processing refunds, including inspecting merchandise for wear or damage.
Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum efficiency.
Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
Maintained high productivity by efficiently processing cash, credit, debit and voucher program payments for customers.
Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer service.
Processed customer payments quickly and returned exact change and receipts.
Education and Training
High School Diploma: , Expected in 07/2017 Redmond High School - Redmond, WA GPA:
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