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Daneil Boston

Charlotte

Summary

Culinary professional with strong background in high-pressure kitchen environments. Expertise in menu development, ingredient sourcing, and maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation. Known for fostering collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and consistently achieving desired results. Skilled in team leadership, inventory management, and culinary innovation.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook

Burrito Gallery
05.2019 - 08.2019
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.

Barista

Vegetarian Restaurant by Hakin
02.2020 - 04.2020
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
  • Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.

Cashier

Dollar Tree
05.2020 - 08.2020
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.

Cook

Zaxbys
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.

Host

JW Marriott Hotel
07.2023 - Current
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly greeting and seating guests upon arrival.

Kitchen Manager

TopGolf
09.2021 - Current
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
  • Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing staff scheduling.
  • Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Culinary Arts & Business Management

Johnson & Wales University
Charlotte, NC
05-2022

High School Diploma -

Frank H. Peterson
Jacksonville, FL
05-2018

Skills

  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Cooking techniques
  • Knife skills
  • Kitchen management
  • Food presentation
  • Attention to detail
  • Meal preparation
  • Effective communications
  • Team collaboration

Timeline

Host

JW Marriott Hotel
07.2023 - Current

Kitchen Manager

TopGolf
09.2021 - Current

Cook

Zaxbys
06.2021 - 08.2021

Cashier

Dollar Tree
05.2020 - 08.2020

Barista

Vegetarian Restaurant by Hakin
02.2020 - 04.2020

Cook

Burrito Gallery
05.2019 - 08.2019

Bachelor of Science - Culinary Arts & Business Management

Johnson & Wales University

High School Diploma -

Frank H. Peterson

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