High-performing individual with solid background in culinary possessing great cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety while preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Great in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity while supervising kitchen staff and inventory. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Cook
Harrah's Valley River Casino
04.2023 - Current
Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work and implementing time-saving techniques.
Reduced food waste by monitoring inventory levels and adjusting production accordingly.
Trained cooks, providing guidance on advanced cooking techniques and best practices.
Assisted in the design of weekly specials, incorporating seasonal ingredients for maximum freshness.
Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques, equipment usage, and safety protocols, increasing overall team proficiency.
Assisted with menu development and planning.
Improved staff productivity by providing clear instructions, guidance, and constructive feedback on their performance.
Exceeded health inspection standards consistently by maintaining a stringent focus on cleanliness and sanitation practices throughout the kitchen space.
Optimized kitchen workflow by assigning tasks based on employees'' strengths and abilities, maximizing productivity.
Collaborated with head chef to create meals for large banquets.
Cook II
Harrah's Valley River Casino
09.2022 - 04.2023
Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience
Steward
Harrah's Valley River Casino
02.2022 - 08.2022
Monitored food and beverage supplies, assisting with restocking when needed.
Utilized proper storage bins to organize and transport kitchen equipment to stewarding room for storage purposes.
Accepted opportunities to learn new skills, improve performance and cross-train for other positions.
Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
Maintained swift pace of work to meet business demands for cleaning and supplies storage.
Dinning Attendant
Harrah's Valley River Casino
05.2021 - 02.2022
Collaborated with other dining room and bar staff to facilitate efficient service.
Provided attentive service and proactively assessed guest needs.
Delivered exceptional guest experiences through attentive service and quick response to issues.
Assisted with bussing tables and cleaning up spills.
Assisted wait staff with timely food delivery and guest requests.
Answered customer questions about food and beverage items and assisted with menu selections.
Established rapport with customers by providing friendly and attentive service.
Greeted customers and provided menus upon arrival to dining room.
Arranged tables and chairs for special occasions and events.
Contributed to friendly and professional dining environment by communicating politely and effectively with guests to assess and meet needs.
Assisted customers with carry-out service.
Education
High School Diploma -
Murphy High School
Murphy NC
Skills
Attentive to Detail
High-Volume Production Capabilities
Garnishing and Plating
Kitchen Sanitization
Cleaning and Organization
Food Rotation
Servsafe Certified
Plates Presentation
Proper Food Temperatures
Health Codes Understanding
Bulk Food Preparation
Kitchen Equipment Operation
Safe Food Handling Procedures
Knife Skills
Kitchen Management
Menu Planning
Special Events
Training and mentoring
Quality Control
Quality Assurance
Food Prep Planning
Accomplishments
Achieved Role Model status three times through effectively helping team members complete tasks, and being a punctual employee.
1 year of Culinary supervision in fast paced and high-business volume restaurant.
Timeline
Senior Cook
Harrah's Valley River Casino
04.2023 - Current
Cook II
Harrah's Valley River Casino
09.2022 - 04.2023
Steward
Harrah's Valley River Casino
02.2022 - 08.2022
Dinning Attendant
Harrah's Valley River Casino
05.2021 - 02.2022
High School Diploma -
Murphy High School
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