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Work History
Education
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Summer Johnson

Murphy

Summary

Dynamic kitchen professional with extensive experience at Harrah's Valley River Casino, excelling in food preparation and customer service. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and reduce food waste through effective inventory management. Skilled in grilling and fostering team collaboration, ensuring high-quality dining experiences and customer satisfaction.

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cook 1

Harrah's Valley River Casino
02.2026 - Current

Prepare food in a timely manner

Restock cooler and freezer's

take order's

help customer's with any issues

take temperatures every 4 hours

check temperature of food as it comes out before serving to ensure correct temperature is reached

clean according to regulations that have been given

prep when needed

label and date food accordingly

help team mates

Kitchen Manager

Rib Country
04.2025 - 01.2026
  • Managed daily kitchen operations to ensure efficient food preparation and service
  • Trained staff on food safety standards and proper cooking techniques
  • Coordinated inventory management and stock rotation to minimize waste
  • Implemented menu changes based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences
  • Made par list for holiday's and seasonal times
  • Managed scheduling of all BOH employee's
  • Managed food cost
  • Ordered food for entire restaurant
  • Signed and put up all truck orders
  • Emailed daily and weekly reports for owner and accountant
  • Managed repairs on equipment
  • Attended weekly meeting's with GM's and other's
  • Opened and closed store
  • Delegated team member's to the right places on the line
  • Loaded and unload smoker daily and nightly

Expo/Line Cook

Logan's Roadhouse
10.2024 - 02.2025
  • Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes and guidelines.
  • Ensured food safety and sanitation standards were maintained consistently throughout kitchen operations.
  • Assisted in training new kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques and equipment usage.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes for improved efficiency.
  • Opened and closed store
  • Helped other team member's finish there side work and closing duties as well
  • Tempted all meats
  • Cooked steak's according to customer preference
  • Communicated with teammates on what was needed to be cooked or fixed

Assistant Manager

Mr. Fries Man
07.2023 - 10.2024
  • Coordinated daily operations, ensuring efficient service delivery and customer satisfaction.
  • Trained staff in menu offerings, enhancing product knowledge and service quality.
  • Implemented inventory management practices to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
  • Assisted in developing promotional strategies, increasing customer engagement and sales volume.
  • I was side by side with the store owner i was her right hand
  • Streamlined workflows, improving operational efficiency and reducing wait times for customers.
  • Monitored employee performance, providing constructive feedback to foster team development.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.

Expo/Line Cook

Chili's Bar and Grill
04.2023 - 07.2023
  • Monitored inventory levels, assisting with stock rotation and replenishment as needed.
  • Executed daily prep work, ensuring all ingredients were ready for service during peak hours.
  • Maintained cleanliness of workstations, adhering to health regulations for safe food handling.
  • Adapted quickly to changing menu items and special requests from management or customers.
  • 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.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.

Shift Lead/Assistant Manager

Dunkin' Donuts
02.2020 - 08.2022
  • Supervised daily operations, ensuring quality and efficiency in food preparation and customer service.
  • Trained and mentored new team members on operational procedures and company standards.
  • Managed inventory levels, reducing waste through effective stock rotation practices.
  • Implemented workflow improvements, enhancing speed of service during peak hours.
  • Monitored staff performance, providing feedback to foster professional development and accountability.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly, improving overall satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Enforced health and safety regulations, maintaining compliance with local codes and standards.
  • Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, ensuring safety standards were met consistently.
  • Oversaw cash handling procedures, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation at all times.
  • Helped store management meet standards of service and quality in daily operations.
  • This is my main store but i was put in multiple locations in different area's of the state
  • Even handle intense emergency when they came up

Bartender/Cook

Red's Bar and Grill
07.2020 - 01.2021
  • Crafted and served a diverse range of cocktails and beverages to enhance customer experience.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation techniques and bar operations for consistent service quality.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
  • Developed specialty drink menu items based on seasonal ingredients, increasing customer engagement.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to synchronize food and beverage orders for timely service delivery.
  • Engaged with patrons, providing excellent service that fostered repeat business and positive reviews.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.

Education

No Degree - Business And Management

Spatanburg High School
Spartanburg, SC
05-2012

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Cooking
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Food handling
  • Food preparation
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Kitchen organization
  • Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
  • Frying
  • Cooking techniques
  • Knife skills
  • Sanitation
  • Supply restocking
  • Surface cleaning
  • Hospitality and service industry background
  • Food presentation
  • Grilling
  • Contamination prevention
  • Food waste reduction
  • Performance improvement
  • Portion control
  • Food plating
  • Food plating and presentation
  • Food handler certification
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Order verification
  • Grilling expertise
  • Sauce making
  • Ingredients measuring
  • Allergen awareness
  • Culinary creativity
  • New hire training
  • Nutrition awareness
  • Effective planner
  • Food spoilage prevention
  • Event catering
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Ingredient selection
  • Order delivery practices
  • Operations management

Certification

Serv safe

Timeline

Cook 1

Harrah's Valley River Casino
02.2026 - Current

Kitchen Manager

Rib Country
04.2025 - 01.2026

Expo/Line Cook

Logan's Roadhouse
10.2024 - 02.2025

Assistant Manager

Mr. Fries Man
07.2023 - 10.2024

Expo/Line Cook

Chili's Bar and Grill
04.2023 - 07.2023

Bartender/Cook

Red's Bar and Grill
07.2020 - 01.2021

Shift Lead/Assistant Manager

Dunkin' Donuts
02.2020 - 08.2022

No Degree - Business And Management

Spatanburg High School
Summer Johnson