Dynamic food service professional driven toward continuous improvement and committed to going above and beyond to complete tasks and assist other team members. Well-versed in standard food prep techniques, as well as safe food-handling standards.
Skills
Food rotation
Portioning
Food preparation
Time management
Quick-learning
Kitchen organization
Stocking and replenishing
Food Presentation
Teamwork
Efficient multitasking
Ambitious
Dependable and reliable
Work History
06/2019 to Current
Line CookLifewell Senior Living – Richmond, TX,
Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Prepared items like bacon ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning and sanitation protocols.
Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Cleaned counters, food preparation areas and equipment with sanitizing spray to reduce risk of cross-contamination.
Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients and workstations during opening and closing procedures to maximize efficiency.
Unloaded food supplies from distributor trucks to efficiently organize inventory.
Prepared food items such as meats, poultry and fish for frying purposes.
11/2017 to 06/2019
Warehouse AssociateDierbergs – Bridgeton, MO,
Kept warehouse clean and organized to maximize team efficiency and productivity.
Readied product pallets for optimal storage and shipment, carefully organizing boxes and balancing weight.
Inspected ingoing and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.
Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
Transferred inventory to and from target destinations using forklifts and other transportation vehicles.
Completed daily cycle counts and quarterly inventories and resolved variances to maintain data accuracy.
Managed product staging to efficiently transfer items between receiving, storage and shipping locations.
Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
Worked safely around moving machinery.
Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
06/2016 to 11/2017
Food Preparation WorkerAramark Corp. – West Long Branch, NJ,
Used downtimes to prepare ingredients and restock supplies for expected busy periods.
Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock and following proper storage procedures.
Utilized culinary and cutlery tools to prepare various foods for cooking or cold dish presentations.
Pushed, pulled and transported objects weighing up to 60 pounds.
Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
Coordinated food handling in alignment with sanitation standards.
Followed food preparation and storage guidelines established by Health Department.
Kept workstation and equipment clean, organized, sanitized and sufficiently stocked.
Distributed food to wait staff quickly during busy peak periods to drive customer satisfaction.
Lifted and carried materials weighing up to 60 pounds.
Prepared and expedited food orders to support waitstaff and other team members.
12/2013 to 01/2015
Restaurant Team MemberArby's, Llc – Wisconsin Dells, WI,
Cleaned or coordinated cleaning of indoor and outdoor dining spaces, placed trash in receptacles and replenished supplies.
Assigned work tasks and coordinated activities of dining room personnel to provide prompt and effective service to patrons.
Checked identification to enforce age regulations for alcoholic beverages.
Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
Supervised loading and unloading of dirty dishes and utensils onto organized busing trays for streamlined cleaning and storage.
Answered customers' questions, recommended items and recorded order information.
Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
Stayed up-to-date on menu changes to offer current and accurate information and help customers select optimal meal choices based on individual preferences.
Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
Greeted new customers, discussed specials, took drink orders and built immediate positive connections with guests.
Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
Monitored guests for intoxication and immediately reported concerns to management, contributing to safe and welcoming environments for all patrons.
Education
Expected in 08/2013
High School Diploma: P.U.L.S.E High School - Bronx, NY, GPA:
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