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LINE COOK
Professional Summary

Talented Line Cook with three years of experience in high-stress environment. 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 up-to-date food handling permit.

Accomplishments
  • Supervised team of 8 staff members.
Skills
  • Recipe Creation
  • Portioning
  • Garnishing
  • Food Spoilage Prevention
  • Institutional and Batch Cooking
  • Food Presentation Talent
  • Ingredients Measuring
  • Kitchen sanitation
  • Frying
  • Food safety
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Cultural awareness
  • Dining area maintenance
  • Sales expertise
  • Beverage preparation
  • Food and beverage pairings
  • To-Go Order Preparation
  • Stocking and Replenishing
  • Point of Sale Knowledge
  • Order Accuracy
  • Menu Memorization
  • Hospitality Service Expertise
  • High-Volume Dining
  • Guest Seating Arrangements
  • Food Sales and Promotion
  • Daily Specials Memorization
  • Bill Computation
  • Ordering Procedures
  • Table Setting Knowledge
  • Food running
Work History
Line Cook | 05/2019 to Current
Company Name - City, State
  • Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients and workstations during opening and closing procedures to maximize efficiency.
  • Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
  • Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
  • Prepared average of 20 orders each shift.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety.
  • Communicated closely with waiters to fully understand special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
  • Received food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete entire order together and serve hot.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • 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
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Distributed food to team members with efficiency in high-volume environment.
  • Checked each food item for freshness and provided feedback to kitchen supervisor for removal.
  • Fried, grilled and baked foods such as chicken, pork and fish.
  • Handled portion control activities according to specified instructions provided by chef.
  • Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
  • Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Waitress | 05/2019 to 02/2020
Company Name - City, State
  • Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
  • Stayed up-to-date on menu changes to offer current and accurate information and help customers select optimal meal choices based on individual preferences.
  • Supervised restocking of salad bar and buffet for lunch and dinner service.
  • Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness, sending back to be washed again when necessary.
  • Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
  • Monitored guests for intoxication and immediately reported concerns to management, contributing to safe and welcoming environments for all patrons.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked during service hours to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Prepared beverages and filled food orders for customers.
  • Decreased customer wait times by enlisting coworkers assistance for multi-order delivery to avoid spilling or dropping food.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Checked identification to enforce age regulations for alcoholic beverages.
  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
  • Suggested appropriate food and drink pairings to increase per-ticket sales.
  • Prepared hot and cold beverages to highest standard while providing guests with legendary customer service.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Collected credit card, cash and gift certificate payments and dispensed change for cash transactions.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers, handling average sale of $75 per table.
Hostess | 03/2018 to 05/2019
Company Name - City, State
  • Cultivated positive guest relations by managing information and orchestrating speedy seating.
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating and menu information.
  • Prepared artistic menu boards highlighting current specials and promotions using eye-catching decorative techniques.
  • Monitored guests for intoxication and immediately reported concerns to management, contributing to safe and welcoming environments for all patrons.
  • Checked and restocked server areas and organized and got change for front counter.
  • Routinely supported other areas of restaurant as requested, including answering telephones and completing financial transactions for other staff members.
  • Maintained highly loyal clientele by delivering unparalleled service at every stage of restaurant dining experience.
  • Supported servers, food runners and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
  • Collaborated with kitchen to inform customers of wait times and answer questions about food.
  • Took reservations by phone and walk-in, keeping scheduling demands and kitchen output in time to avoid overbooking.
  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
  • Documented reservations, alerted servers and managers of large groups and prepared seating.
Education
Culinary Institute of America - City, State | Associate of ArtsCulinary Arts, 01/2018
Affiliations

IACP

Additional Information

Volunteered in soup kitchens from 2015 to current. Also regularly helps to cook meals for the homeless and delivers them.

Languages
Portuguese:
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese:
Native or Bilingual
English:
Native or Bilingual
English:
Native or Bilingual
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Culinary Institute of America

Job Titles Held:

  • Line Cook
  • Waitress
  • Hostess

Degrees

  • Culinary Institute of America - City , State | Associate of Arts

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