Talented Cook with excellent experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with cashiers and kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking with up-to-date food handling permit.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
VILLAGE PUB
12.2023 - Current
Collaborated with the management team to develop new menu items based on customer feedback and preferences.
Improved menu offerings, incorporating seasonal ingredients and innovative cooking methods.
Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
Banquet Cook
University Womens Club, Hycroft
09.2023 - 12.2023
Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
Enhanced guest satisfaction by preparing high-quality banquet dishes according to predetermined menus and recipes.
Recognized quality standards in vegetables, fish, dairy and meat products and selected and used freshest ingredients to prepare menu items.
Increased efficiency by creating detailed prep lists for each event to ensure that tasks were completed on schedule without compromising quality.
Practiced safe work habits to avoid possible injury to self or other employees.
3rd Commis Chef
RKPO GREEN RESORT
01.2020 - 06.2023
Worked with chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.
Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
Implemented successful cross-marketing strategies such as food and wine pairings.
Observed different kitchen chefs' preparation of sauces, breads, and other items to gain knowledge in diverse cooking and baking techniques.