KEVIN CUNNINGHAM

Line Cook

O&B Canteen

01.2024 - Current

Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
Cleaned cooking and refrigeration equipment to sanitize and prevent food-borne illness.
Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
Tracked inventory levels of all products used in the kitchen on a daily basis.
Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
Performed workstation prep prior to shift start.
Responded quickly to any customer complaints or concerns about their dining experience.
Mentored and trained staff by teaching cooking skills and kitchen maintenance, improving overall quality and performance.
Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
Received and stored food and supplies.
Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Washed and peeled ingredients to prepare for different meals and recipes.
Verified kitchen staff followed all recipes and portion serving guidelines correctly.
Chopped vegetables and seasoned meats and fish in preparation for grilling, sautéing and braising.
Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports.
Identified opportunities to increase revenue, decrease kitchen expenses and maximize departmental productivity without compromising guest satisfaction.
Sanitized kitchen counters and preparation areas to prevent foodborne illness and cross-contamination.
Adhered to portion controls and presentation specifications.
Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
Maintained accurate records of daily production sheets including waste logs.
Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.
Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
Prepped garnishes to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
Checked temperature of freezers and refrigerators to maintain proper storage of cold items.
Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
Portioned food onto plates, added garnishes and sauces and handed off to wait staff for serving.
Garnished and arranged dishes into creative presentations.
Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
Reviewed recipes to determine exact measurements and ingredients to create dishes.
Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
Trained new team members on proper meat and vegetable preparation techniques.
Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
Managed household errands and other essential duties.
Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.

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Line Cook

Education

High School Diploma -

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Line Cook

High School Diploma -

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