JERRSHA BANKS
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Energetic culinary professional with a blend of creativity, passion for food, and exceptional cooking skills. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and well-versed in food plating and knife handling skills in high-pressure line cook restaurant settings.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Line Cook
Kaiser Permanente
06.2023 - Current
- It has enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining high-quality food preparation and presentation.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency and reduced waste with effective inventory management.
- Collaborated with team to develop innovative menu items, resulting in improved guest experiences.
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment by adhering to strict sanitation guidelines and procedures.
Line Cook/Kitchen Manager
The District By GS
06.2021 - 04.2023
- 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.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
Line Cook
Hollywood Park Casino
09.2022 - 01.2023
- 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.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
03.2016 - 09.2022
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces
- Analyzed overall client performance and recommended adjustments to care plan goals
- Provided basic care for elderly patients, including scheduling appointments and managing finances and legal matters
- Completed general housekeeping work to help clients, including preparing healthy meals and keeping personal areas neat
Cook/Cashier
VOWburger
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Prepared beverages and filled food orders for customers.
- Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment by cleaning grills, griddles, ovens and fryers
Cook
Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar Baldwin Hills
06.2020 - 01.2021
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment by cleaning grills, griddles, ovens, and fryers
- Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients, and workstations during opening and closing procedures to maximize efficiency.
Line Cook
Corner Bakery Cafe
11.2019 - 01.2020
- Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation, and safety
- Checked each food item for freshness and provided feedback to kitchen supervisor for removal
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products resulting in consistently high scores on health inspections
Cook
Cinemark
07.2018 - 11.2019
- Duties include using ingredients, following restaurant menu, and following food safety and health procedures.
- Clean and maintain healthy safe by removing waste and sanitizing
- Assist other cooks and staff by delivering food in fast-paced environment
- Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency
- Mixed, weighed, and proofed ingredients to match exact recipe formula
Line Cook/Prep Cook
PARTY STAFF
07.2017 - 10.2018
- Preparing and cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat, etc.
- Prepare simple dishes such as salads, entrees, etc. and holding each dish to proper temperature.
- Labeling and stock all ingredients on shelves so it will be organized.
- Also maintaining healthy, clean environment by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, etc
- Restocked all food items throughout shift to guarantee cooks had all necessary ingredients needed for service
- Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces, and salads
Student Cook
Culinary Staffing Service
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Assisted in preparation of food set-up, service and clean-up in dining establishments
- Cleaned areas regularly to maintain sanitation and safety standards and streamline service flow
- Led shifts while preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications
- Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination
- Checked meat temperatures prior to plating and serving dishes, upholding strict standards for food safety and preparation
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05.2022
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Los Angeles, CA05.2017
Skills
- Cooking
- Restaurant Experience
- Meal planning and preparation
- Food plating and presentation
- Recipes and menu planning
- Food spoilage prevention
- Institutional and batch cooking
- Portioning
Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler 8/12/2022 - 8/12/2025
Timeline
First Line Cook
Kaiser Permanente
06.2023 - Current
Line Cook
Hollywood Park Casino
09.2022 - 01.2023
Line Cook/Kitchen Manager
The District By GS
06.2021 - 04.2023
Cook/Cashier
VOWburger
11.2020 - 05.2021
Cook
Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar Baldwin Hills
06.2020 - 01.2021
Line Cook
Corner Bakery Cafe
11.2019 - 01.2020
Cook
Cinemark
07.2018 - 11.2019
Line Cook/Prep Cook
PARTY STAFF
07.2017 - 10.2018
Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
03.2016 - 09.2022
Student Cook
Culinary Staffing Service
08.2015 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality
California State University, Long Beach
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
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