Nicholas Thompson
Vista
Summary
Adept lead cook that’s Led kitchen operations at Temecula Creek Inn and Ironside Fish & Oyster, focusing on food safety and team development. Oversaw high-volume food assembly and grilling techniques, achieving high levels of customer satisfaction. Developed innovative menu items and daily specials, promoting team collaboration and productivity.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Line Cook
Ironside Fish & Oyster
07.2024 - Current
- Oversee the kitchen line during PM shifts, ensuring smooth communication and efficient operations.
- Develop daily specials and creative menu items to enhance guest experiences.
- Supervise closing procedures, ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and efficiently.
- Lead and motivate the team to maintain high standards of quality and service.
Lead Line Cook
Temecula Creek Inn
05.2021 - 07.2024
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, fostering camaraderie and a strong sense of teamwork.
- Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
Line Cook
Caldo Pomodoro
12.2017 - 07.2019
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- 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.
Education
Culinary Arts -
San Diego Job Corps Center
Imperial Beach, CAGeneral Raymond Murray High School
Vista, CA2017
Skills
- Food safety knowledge
- Food assembly
- Grilling Techniques
- Menu Planning
- Quick learner
- Team player
- Team leading
Timeline
Lead Line Cook
Ironside Fish & Oyster
07.2024 - Current
Lead Line Cook
Temecula Creek Inn
05.2021 - 07.2024
Line Cook
Caldo Pomodoro
12.2017 - 07.2019
Culinary Arts -
San Diego Job Corps Center
General Raymond Murray High School