Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Moxie's Grill & Bar
05.2012 - 09.2023
Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
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.
Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
Produced adequate amounts of mise en place to make meal preparation easier.
Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
Trained new hires in food handling and safety protocols to boost knowledge and performance.
Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
Coordinated kitchen activities with front-of-house staff for seamless and service.
Supervised food presentation and plating to enhance visual appeal.
Planned routine upkeep of kitchen equipment and facilities for safe and efficient operations.
Directed food preparation and cooking activities to meet health and safety standards.
Monitored food inventory and supplies to prevent waste.
Served consistent portions following recipes and control standards.
Tracked kitchen performance metrics to monitor progress and identify areas for improvement.
Controlled expenses and boosted profitability by managing food and labor costs.
Education
High School Diploma -
American International School of Kingston
Kingston
06.2011
Skills
Ingredient Inspection
Kitchen Operations
Server Communication
Food Safety Standards
Cleaning and Organization
Kitchen Station Setup
Food Storage Procedures
Reliable and Trustworthy
Head Chef Collaboration
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Line Cook
Moxie's Grill & Bar
05.2012 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
American International School of Kingston
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