Marshall Webster
Durham, NC
Summary
Dynamic and highly motivated Grill Cook with extensive experience at Cheesecake Factory, recognized for streamlining food preparation processes and enhancing customer satisfaction. Proven expertise in food safety and sanitation, complemented by strong time management and team coordination skills, ensuring efficient kitchen operations and high-quality meal presentation.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Grill/Line Cook
Cheesecake Factory Restaurant
03.2020 - Current
- Prepared menu items according to established recipes and presentation standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Assisted in inventory management by monitoring stock levels and quality control.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, following all safety protocols and guidelines.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Grill/Line Cook
Outback Steakhouse
05.2014 - 03.2020
- Prepared a variety of dishes following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Ensured compliance with food safety and sanitation standards throughout kitchen operations.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient workflow during peak service times.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures, equipment use, and safety protocols.
- Streamlined dish preparation processes, reducing turnaround time for menu items.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
Banquet Cook
Brier Creek Country Club
10.2008 - 06.2014
- Prepared and presented high-quality banquet meals for large events.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the kitchen environment.
- Assisted in menu planning and ingredient sourcing for seasonal events.
- Chopped vegetables, butchered meat and prepared sauces in advance to serve guests promptly and efficiently.
- Recognized quality standards in vegetables, fish, dairy and meat products and selected and used freshest ingredients to prepare menu items.
- Dated and rotated food containers, safely stored perishables and maintained sanitary work environment to maximize food safety.
- Coordinated with event planners to establish timelines and specific requirements for each function, facilitating smooth service execution.
- Increased efficiency by creating detailed prep lists for each event to ensure that tasks were completed on schedule without compromising quality.
Education
High School Diploma -
William G. Enloe
Raleigh, NC08.1995
Skills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Professional attitude
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Food preparation
- Problem-solving
- Food safety knowledge
- Team coordination
- Cleanliness standards
- Kitchen sanitization
- Knife skills
- Kitchen sanitation
- Kitchen station setup
- Following cooking methods
Timeline
Grill/Line Cook
Cheesecake Factory Restaurant
03.2020 - Current
Grill/Line Cook
Outback Steakhouse
05.2014 - 03.2020
Banquet Cook
Brier Creek Country Club
10.2008 - 06.2014
High School Diploma -
William G. Enloe