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PREP COOK
Summary
Skills
Experience
09/2019 to 03/2020
Prep CookIda Claire － San Antonio, TX
  • Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
  • Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Made all meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
  • Adhered to all regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
  • Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
  • Rotated stock items and ingredients to maintain efficiency and freshness.
  • Assisted with dining room tasks by removing soiled dishes during meal service and returning to kitchen for washing.
  • Executed proper techniques to prepare menu item ingredients.
  • Contributed to [Number]% satisfaction rating as shown on [Brand] social media app.
  • Dressed, seasoned and garnished appetizers and salads to prepare for food service.
  • Offered support to other stations in high-volume shifts or as needed.
  • Completed more than [Number] orders each shift with focus on quality and efficiency.
  • Prepped vegetables and [Type] ingredients by washing, chopping, [Action] and dicing.
  • Marinated and pre-cooked [Type] and [Type] meats for appetizers and entrees to prepare for meal service.
  • Verified food was cooked properly by regulating temperature of ovens, broilers, grills and roasters.
  • Improved overall kitchen efficiency through [Action], leading to [Result].
  • Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues or customer requests, including allergen concerns.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods, including [Type], [Type] and [Type].
  • Assisted with training and development of new talent.
  • Cooked food following specific measurements and recipes.
  • Identified machine malfunctions, leading to cost-saving repairs.
  • Operated grills and steamers to prepare vegetables, potatoes, rice and meats.
  • Organized and labeled stock of ingredients, keeping at appropriate temperatures.
  • Sliced and [Action] meats to prepare for cooking and assembly of menu items such as [Type] and [Type].
  • Operated steam kettles to produce [Number]-gallons of [Type] soup each day.
  • Maintained quality and freshness of food by rotating stock [Number] times per [Timeframe].
  • Prepared more than [Number] dishes per day in fast-paced [Type] environment while maintaining high customer satisfaction rate.
02/2018 to 09/2019
Line CookBistro9 － San Antonio, TX
  • Maximized efficiency of kitchen operation by overseeing daily product inventory, purchasing and receiving.
  • Delivered soiled dishes and pots and pans to washing areas and assisted in cleaning and drying all items.
  • Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports.
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Created nutritious, safe, visually appealing, innovative and properly prepared and flavored food.
  • Recorded and reported status of various ingredient stock levels to notify manager to reorder products.
  • Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
  • Maintained hygienic kitchen by regularly mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing all utensils and glassware.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods, including [Type], [Type] and [Type].
  • Washed and peeled ingredients to prepare for use in different meals and recipes.
  • Restocked all food items throughout shift to guarantee cooks had all necessary ingredients needed for service.
  • Mentored and trained [Number][Job title]s through [Action] and [Action], improving overall quality and performance.
  • Supervised staff of [Number], providing direction in preparing specialty items, including [Type] and [Type] food.
  • Interacted professionally and effectively with wait staff regarding special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
  • Developed process that accurately tracked food costs more efficiently, saving $[Amount] in food waste per [Timeframe].
  • Operated all kitchen equipment safely to avoid injuries.
  • Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
  • Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times at lunch and dinner rush.
  • Developed new recipes based on knowledge of consumer tastes, ideal nutritional needs and budgetary considerations.
  • Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues or customer requests, including allergen concerns.
  • Prepared more than [Number] dishes per day in fast-paced [Type] environment while maintaining high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Placed frequently used food such as [Type] and [Type] in proper storage containers and placed perishable items in refrigerator.
  • Created approximately [Number] orders simultaneously during busy periods with high accuracy, maintaining customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Assisted in preparation of menu items such as steaks, burgers and sandwiches.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
05/2015 to 11/2018
Line CookLa Gloria Mexican Foods － San Antonio, TX
Education and Training
Associate of Arts: AdvSan Antonio College － San Antonio, TX
Associate of Arts: Liberal Arts And SciencesSan Antonio College － San Antonio, TX
11/1991
Associate of Arts: Liberal Arts and SciencesSan Antonio College － San Antonio, TX
Associate of Arts: Liberal Art's San Antonio College － San Antonio, TX
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Ida Claire
  • Bistro9
  • La Gloria Mexican Foods

School Attended

  • San Antonio College

Job Titles Held:

  • Prep Cook
  • Line Cook

Degrees

  • Associate of Arts : Adv
    Associate of Arts : Liberal Arts And Sciences
    Associate of Arts : Liberal Arts and Sciences
    Associate of Arts : Liberal Art's

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