Quality Food

James Beaver

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GILBERT, AZ ****5

Cell: 623-***-****

E-Mail: abgjls@r.postjobfree.com

Summary

Line Cook with three years of experience in high-pressure culinary environments. Skilled in preparing large volumes of food quickly and efficiently. Seeking to use culinary skills and expertise to prepare a special variety of dishes in a professional, rewarding environment.

Highlights

ServSafe certified

Food handlers card

Focused and disciplined

High volume production capability

Well-tuned palette

Contemporary sauce work

Accomplishments

Successfully managed a kitchen staff of 40+ employees during high volume dinner services for more than 500 diners each weekend during wedding season . I set up wedding tastings organized for weddings and special events .

Experience

September 2012

AVALON HEALTH CARE SCOTTSDALE, AZ

LINE cook

Systematically tasted and smelled all prepared dishes, and observed color, texture and garnishes.Effectively managed and assisted kitchen staff in producing food for banquets, catered events and member dining areas.Consistently kept a clean and safe environment by adhering to all federal, state and local sanitation and safety requirements.Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of all food products.Ensured smooth kitchen operation by overseeing daily product inventory, purchasing and receiving.Quickly and courteously resolved all guest problems and complaints.Enforced appropriate work-flow and quality controls for food quality and temperature.Displayed a positive and friendly attitude towards customers and fellow team members.

Education

2012 Le CORDON BLEU SCOTTSDALE, AZ

Associate of Arts CULINARY ARTS

Classes in Restaurant and Facility OperationsCourses in: Food Preparation, Kitchen Management, Patisserie and Confectionery, International CuisineBasic Vocational Certificate: Pastry ArtsBasic Vocational Certificate: Prep CookNutrition courses

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