Rufus Gordon
Mount Holly
Summary
Highly motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
Sea Level Oyster Bar
12.2024 - Current
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Line Cook
Link and Pin
02.2024 - Current
- 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.
Sous Chef
Link and Pin
02.2023 - 01.2024
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
Executive Chef
Harvey's Restaurant (EatWithUs Group)
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed ordering, inventory levels, receiving, invoice settling and equipment maintenance
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques
- Planned and prepared food product orders to maintain appropriate stock levels
- Supervised25 BOH staff members and delivered mentorship to strengthen kitchen skills
Sous Chef
Harvey's Restaurant (EatWithUs Group)
12.2021 - 09.2022
- Helped the Executive Chef Maintain an orderly kitchen through cleaning, cutting meat, and coaching the staff when unavailable
- Helped staff adhere to tough restaurant requirements through practical discipline and motivation
- Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments
- Liaised closely with kitchen and front-of-house personnel
Dining Room Supervisor/ FOH Manager
Harvey's Restaurant (EatWithUs Group)
01.2019 - 11.2021
- Maintained presence on dining room floor and assisted team to support efficiency of service
- Acted as liaison between head of kitchen staff and front of house to update staff on menu updates, special requests and canceled items
- Adhered to and enforced health and safety standards regarding food preparation, serving and storage
- Reviewed closing reports at end of shifts and corrected mistakes
- Trained front-of-house staff on restaurant policies and procedures, guest service techniques and communication skills to promote positive experiences
Server/Bartender
Harveys Restaurant (EatWithUs Group)
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Presented menus to patrons to answer questions about offered items and checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems
- Trained new employees on restaurant procedures and plating techniques
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals
Education
Bachelor of Science - Culinary Arts
Mississippi University for Women
Columbus, MS12.2021
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
East Mississippi Community College
Scooba, MS12.2019
Skills
- Vendor Relations
- Food and Beverage Pairing
- Ingredients Selection
- Team Leadership
- Customer Service
- Sanitation Guidelines
- Staff Scheduling
- Food Preparation Techniques
- BOH Operations
- Kitchen Staff Management
- Inventory Management
Certification
ServSafe Certified
Timeline
Line Cook
Sea Level Oyster Bar
12.2024 - Current
Line Cook
Link and Pin
02.2024 - Current
Sous Chef
Link and Pin
02.2023 - 01.2024
Executive Chef
Harvey's Restaurant (EatWithUs Group)
09.2022 - 01.2023
Sous Chef
Harvey's Restaurant (EatWithUs Group)
12.2021 - 09.2022
Dining Room Supervisor/ FOH Manager
Harvey's Restaurant (EatWithUs Group)
01.2019 - 11.2021
Server/Bartender
Harveys Restaurant (EatWithUs Group)
09.2018 - 12.2018
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
East Mississippi Community College
ServSafe Certified
Bachelor of Science - Culinary Arts
Mississippi University for Women
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