Efficient Food Service Cook known for high productivity and ability to complete tasks swiftly. Specialize in meal preparation, kitchen equipment use, and food safety standards. Excel in time management, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring smooth kitchen operations and quality service.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Service Cook 30 Hours Per Week
JoeLee Catering & Asins Fish Mart
Saipan, MP
01.2021 - Current
Prepared and cooked a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other food items according to recipes or individual requirements.
Maintained cleanliness of work area, including all cooking surfaces, utensils, equipment, and refrigerators.
Operated ovens, grills, fryers, steamers, choppers and other kitchen equipment as necessary.
Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
Ensured compliance with local health department regulations and restaurant policies.
Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
Processed payments and kept close eye on customers to check for signs of theft.
Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
Performed opening and closing duties such as stocking inventory and checking temperature logs.
Utilized problem solving skills to resolve issues quickly.
Managed multiple tasks while adhering to strict deadlines.
Adhered to all company policies regarding food handling procedures and health regulations.
Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
Projected future needs to requisition food supplies, kitchen equipment and appliances.
Received and stored food and supplies.
Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
Took inventory counts before and after shifts to complete food inventory or storage sheets.
Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
Organized working environment by cleaning counters, tables, workstations after each shift.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)
Georgia Southern
Georgia
Skills
Food presentation
Sanitation Practices
Food handling
Food Preparation
Food Storage
Surface cleaning
ServSafe certified
Food Handler Certification
Quality assurance and control
Cleaning and organization
Storage Organization
Health Code Compliance
Dishwasher Operation
Grilling Techniques
Cooking techniques
Supply Restocking
Knife Skills
Frying
Grilling
Customer Service
Performance Improvement
Strong butchery skills
OSHA
Positive and professional
Focused and disciplined
Cutting and slicing techniques
Certification
Food Handler
ServSafe
Languages
English
First Language
Timeline
Food Service Cook 30 Hours Per Week
JoeLee Catering & Asins Fish Mart
01.2021 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)
Georgia Southern
Food Handler
ServSafe
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