Hardworking and enthusiastic 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
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
HMS Host International
07.2022 - 10.2023
Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
Suggested actionable improvements to streamline training procedures.
Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced environment.
Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Increased kitchen productivity by keeping tools organized for easy access when needed.
Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Demonstrated proficiency in using various kitchen equipment safely for efficient food preparation.
Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
Baker/Barista
Moonlight Bakery And Cafe
01.2020 - 05.2022
Developed recipes for new products and improved existing recipes.
Decorated cakes, cupcakes and other pastries according to customer requests.
Processed customer orders and payment transactions.
Optimized workflow processes to reduce downtime between tasks while maintaining consistent quality standards.
Monitored temperatures of ovens, proof boxes and other equipment.
Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
Ensured product freshness by implementing proper storage techniques and regularly rotating stock.
Prepared dough for variety of pastries, cakes and breads.
Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
Prepared frostings and other toppings for cakes and pastries.
Frosted and iced cakes, cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, sweet rolls, and coffee cakes.
Coordinated food deliveries to guarantee timely arrival of supplies.