Benjamin Gray
Charlotte
Summary
Hardworking and enthusiastic Line Cook trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Erie Homes for Children and Adults Inc
04.2023 - 09.2025
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Line Cook
Outback Steakhouse
01.2021 - 09.2025
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
Dietary Aide
The Village at Luther Square
11.2019 - 01.2021
- Cleared tables and removed dishes, trays, and utensils from dining room to dishwashing area.
- Upheld efficiency of meal services by pre-setting tables before patients arrived.
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Delivered nourishment and supplements to nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
- Cut, sliced and ground meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
- Adjusted food preparation methods in accordance with customer requests.
- Cross-trained in other kitchen positions to support staff and meet customer needs and demands.
Education
High School Diploma -
Battle Creek Central
Battle Creek, MIAssociate of Arts -
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH12-2025
Skills
- ADL support
- Patient management
- Team collaboration
- Food presentation
- Prep work
- Grilling techniques
- Time management
- Following cooking methods
- Food preparation
- Food safety standards
- First Aid & CPR
Certification
First Aid & CPR
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Erie Homes for Children and Adults Inc
04.2023 - 09.2025
Line Cook
Outback Steakhouse
01.2021 - 09.2025
Dietary Aide
The Village at Luther Square
11.2019 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Battle Creek Central
Associate of Arts -
Southern New Hampshire University