Madeline Mountcastle
Yucaipa
Summary
Dynamic line cook with a proven track record at Trooncc, excelling in food safety and team coordination. Recognized for enhancing menu offerings and boosting employee morale. Skilled in knife techniques and food presentation, consistently delivering high-quality dishes while maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Trooncc
09.2021 - 11.2025
- Prepared diverse menu items following established recipes and presentation standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment, ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate meal service during peak hours.
- Maintained inventory levels, assisting with ordering supplies as needed.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures and food preparation techniques.
- Assisted in menu development, contributing ideas for seasonal specials and promotions.
- 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.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Boosted employee morale through positive attitude, willingness to assist others when needed.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
Education
High School Diploma -
Prescott High School
Prescott, AZSkills
- Cleaning and organization
- Highly motivated
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Food safety knowledge
- Team coordination
- Knife skills
- Workload management
- Food presentation
- Food plating
Timeline
Line Cook
Trooncc
09.2021 - 11.2025
High School Diploma -
Prescott High School