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Jessica
Claire
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Summary

Punctual [Job Title] experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare foods. Skillful in setting up and cleaning equipment for daily food preparation and receiving, stocking and ordering ingredients and kitchen supplies. Excellent multitasker recognized for supporting successful kitchen operations. Responsible [Job Title] proficient in measuring ingredients, washing and peeling vegetables and portioning food for plating. Expert at safely lifting heavy items and stand for long periods of time. Talented at carefully adhering to procedures and health codes. Motivated and hardworking [Job Title] with [Number] years of experience cooking delicious items quickly at fast food establishments. Expert at preparing various menu items using various cooking methods. Customer-focused and dedicated to preparing orders exactly as requested. Dedicated [Job Title] bringing [Number] years of experience in restaurant environments. Team player skilled at communicating and translating customer requests. Deep understanding of OSHA and other compliance measures.

Skills
  • Equipment cleaning and maintenance
  • Recipe creation
  • Food storage
  • Foodservice sanitation
  • Cutting and slicing techniques
  • Sauce preparation
  • Ingredient inspection
  • Punctual and honest
  • Recipe preparation
  • Team-oriented
  • Contamination control
  • Food presentation
  • Food preparation
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Dish preparation
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Active listener
  • Highly motivated
  • Effective prioritization
  • Food plating
Education and Training
FLATWOODSA JOB CORPS Coeburn, VA, Expected in 02/1985 ā€“ ā€“ GED : - GPA :
RICHMOND TECHNICAL CENTER Richmond, VA, Expected in 09/1984 ā€“ ā€“ : - GPA :
Experience
Radisson Hotel Group - Line Cook
Sunnyvale, CA, 07/2018 - 11/2018
  • Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
  • Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
  • Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
  • Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
  • Assisted in preparation of menu items ranging from burgers to sandwiches.
  • Washed and peeled ingredients to prepare for different meals and recipes.
  • Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
  • Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports.
  • Recorded and reported status of various ingredient stock levels to notify manager to reorder products.
  • Marinated food items according to corporate-provided instructions and recipes.
  • Precooked garnishes for later use to top off fresh dishes.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
Radisson Hotel Group - Line Cook
Brooklyn Center, MN, 01/2018 - 07/2018
  • Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
  • Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
  • Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
  • Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
  • Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
  • Assisted in preparation of menu items ranging from burgers to sandwiches.
  • Washed and peeled ingredients to prepare for different meals and recipes.
  • Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
  • Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports.
  • Recorded and reported status of various ingredient stock levels to notify manager to reorder products.
  • Marinated food items according to corporate-provided instructions and recipes.
  • Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues, customer requests or substitutions for allergen concerns.
Arizona State University - Supervisor
Tempe, AZ, 01/2016 - 01/2017
  • Resolved customer complaints and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
  • Established and enforced clear goals to keep employees working collaboratively.
  • Provided ongoing training to address staff needs.
  • Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
  • Identified and corrected performance and personnel issues to reduce impact to business operations.
  • Maintained operating schedules to provide effective coverage for key areas and achieve objectives.
  • Coached and mentored [Number] staff members through constructive feedback to develop long-term career goals.
  • Interviewed applicants, recommended individuals for hiring and evaluated staff performance.
  • Conducted employee evaluations and reviews.
  • Realigned workflows with changing business demands by evaluating processes and employee strengths.
  • Developed position rotation to support continuous improvement and operator development.
  • Created training manual for employees to use as reference guide.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and when dealing with unhappy customers, effectively diffusing situations.
  • Treated associates with fairness and respect, providing recognition of accomplishments.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills in resolving product and consumer complaints.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Hudson Group - Chef
Vancouver, WA, 05/2010 - 03/2011
  • Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
  • Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
  • Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
  • Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
  • Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
  • Inspected freezers and refrigerators prior to each shift to check temperature levels and verify proper functionality.
  • Supervised preparation of specialty items and customer requests to verify accuracy in production.
  • Assigned specific duties to employees to maintain productive operation of kitchen and food service.
  • Talked to patrons about dietary issues and food allergies to prepare meals meeting individual needs.
  • Managed kitchen staff team and assigned various stages of food production.
  • Considered seasonal product pricing and availability in development of promotional dishes and menu selections.
  • Reduced food costs by estimating purchasing needs and buying through approved suppliers.
  • Cleaned, sanitized and maintained food storage, preparation and serving areas.
  • Implemented surface and equipment schedules and standards to maintain clean, neat and sanitized kitchen.
  • Prepared and served meals to around [Number] service members each [Timeframe].
  • Checked stock deliveries for safety, quality and quantity.
  • Developed nutritious menus and ordered variety of healthy food to change up menu offerings.
  • Collaborated with department staff to prepare food items in accordance with recipes and established standards.
  • Communicated with customers to understand culinary needs and preferences and adjusted menus and services in response.
  • Remained attentive to detail and committed to accurate and thorough responses to expressed culinary and service needs.
  • Worked cross-functionally with recipe development, operations and creative teams on implementation of new ingredients, menu timelines and product launches.

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • FLATWOODSA JOB CORPS
  • RICHMOND TECHNICAL CENTER

Job Titles Held:

  • Line Cook
  • Line Cook
  • Supervisor
  • Chef

Degrees

  • GED

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