KARL ANTHONY HICKS
MEMPHIS, TN. 38125
CELL 901-***-****
***********@*******.***
Can you use someone in your company with the ability to:
Ensure quality job performance
Maintain a pleasant atmosphere under pressure
Be tactful and self-reliant
Enclosed is a copy of my resume. My current and previous positions have
provided several opportunities to develop my business and communication
skills. In these capacities, I applied selling techniques to promote either
a quality image, excellent customer service and or an outstanding product.
I am a motivated and conscientious person who will provide the necessary
professional service to ensure profits and continued growth of your
company.
Thank you for taking the time to review my resume. I would appreciate
having the opportunity of my qualifications in a Personal interview at your
convenience.
Sincerely,
ENCLOSURE (1)
KARL ANTHONY HICKS
7525 EASTERLY LANE
MEMPHIS, TN. 38125
CELL 901-***-****
***********@*******.***
HEAD COOK, UNIVERSITY of MEMPHIS / ARAMARK FOOD SERVICE - AUG. 2001-
NOV. 2009, MEMPHIS, TN
DUTIES: Cooked cafeteria food.
GOURMET CHEF, CRESCENT CLUB,APR. 1995- DEC. 1998, MEMPHIS, TN
DUTIES: Line Cook, Sautee Chef, prepared soups, gourmet sauces, saut
cooking, and banquets.
CAF EXPRESSO SUPERVISOR, PEABODY HOTEL - APR. 1990- JUL. 1992, MEMPHIS,
TN
DUTIES: Supervised food preparation, other cooking operations and staff.
Prepared evaluations and weekly personnel schedules.
LINE COOK, RACQUET CLUB - OCT. 1990-APR. 1991, MEMPHIS, TN
DUTIES: Line Cook, Sautee Chef, prepared soups, gourmet sauces, saut
cooking, and banquets.
CHEF, OMNI HOTEL - JUN. 1990-DEC. 1990, MEMPHIS, TN
DUTIES: Assisted in planning menus, performed line cooking, and
prepared/setup for banquets and catered events.
SOUS CHEF, RADISSON RIDGEWAY HOTEL - APR. 1990- NOV. 1990, MEMPHIS, TN.
DUTIES: Performed prep work, assisted with banquets and catered events as
assigned, supervised line cooks and prepared menus.
CHEF & FOOD PRODUCTION MANGER, HOLIDAY INN, INC. - JUN. 1987- SEPT., 1989
WEST MEMPHIS, AR
DUTIES: Supervise food preparation of staff and all cooking operations.
Supervise all kitchen equipment, payroll monthly inventory. Order all foods
& kitchen supplies, employee evaluations, weekly work schedules, make
weekly menu's and menu development. Cost control and wage percentage. Also
maintain a very good cost control method.
BANQUET CHEF, HOLIDAY INN CROWNE PLAZA - APR. 1985-JUN. 1987, MEMPHIS, TN
DUTIES: Assisted with planning and implementation of banquets and catered
events and acted as assistant to the Food & Beverage Director.
THREE RIVERS PLYWOOD COMPANY - OCT. 1980-DEC. 1983
DUTIES: Drove a 13-speed dump truck hauling sawdust and using a forklift.
MCLEAN TRUCKING COMPANY - JUN. 1977-MAY 1979
DUTIES: Loading and unloading freight using a forklift.
EDUCATION
Completed Holiday Inn Management Training Program, Memphis, TN 1989
Diploma, Hamilton High School, Memphis, TN 1976
HOBBIES
Football, Basketball, tennis, Cooking, & Church Activities.
More References Upon Request.