Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Deerhorn Restaurant
06.2013 - 11.2015
Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
Cook Helper
Divino Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar
04.2011 - 05.2013
Restocked kitchen supplies, rotated food and stamped time and date on food in coolers.
Assisted cook in preparation of food by cutting, chopping and marinating meats, vegetables and garnishes.
Cleaned and washed all utensils, preparation equipment cutting boards and counters.
Washed, peeled, cut and seeded fruits and vegetables to prepare for consumption.
Communicated with customers by telephone or in person to take or enter orders or obtain information to assist in solving customer complaints.
Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
Plated and presented food following chef requirements.