M ichael Elfalan
Apt.*
Louisville, KY 40210
***********@*****.*** - (Cell) 502-***-**** (Cell#2-502-***-****
Seeking employment with a company that is looking for a self-starter with a professional demeanor, the capability
to multitask accurately and efficiently and also to communicate kindly with its staff and customers
WORK EXPERIENCE
M ANAGER A SSISTANT
WW Cousins - Louisville, KY - December 2012 to October 2014
Ensured customer sanctification. Made sure food quality was good before serving. Had to know every area of restaurant. Also hired and
scheduled employees. Called in food orders for restaurant. Made sure restaurant equipment was working to our advantage. Kept count of
registers and safe daily. Prepared food in restaurant. Prepared soups, meats, vegetables, desserts and fish. Prepared raw produce for
cooking or eating. Cooked foods by baking, frying, sauté, Steaming and grilling. Ordered food, ingredient, small ware and equipment.
Maintained clean and tidy personal appearance. Inspected food preparation areas to ensure safe, sanitary food-handling practices.
Exercised good teamwork with other kitchen staff. Worked other cooks' shifts as needed. My accomplishments included: Becoming a
restaurant manager from line cook in WW Cousins. Jan. 2014 - Oct. 2014
ASSISTANT CHEF
Masterson’s Catering - Louisville, KY - August 2011 to December 2012
Louisville, KY
Prepared meals in a private home. Planned menus to fit employers' needs, preferences and dietary restrictions. Prepared and cooked
vegetables and fruits. Weighed and measured ingredients. Prepared and cooked meat dishes. Handled all meals for employers and guests.
Organized kitchen tools and supplies. Cleaned kitchen and cooking utensils/equipment. Prepared fancy dishes. Prepared food to meet the
needs of special diets. Planned and prepared food for parties, holiday meals, special events and social events. My accomplishments
included: Satisfying many customers with our fancy meal choices. Becoming a better cook and person in general.
LINE COOK / LINE LEADER
WW Cousins - Louisville, KY - September 2003 to November 2011
Louisville, KY
As a cook for this establishment I prepared homemade burgers, fried goods, and different types of fish. Cod, Salmon, and tuna steak
dinners. All American food. Prepared food in restaurant. Prepared meats and fish. Prepared raw produce for cooking or eating. Cooked
foods by frying, sautéing, steaming and grilling. Maintained detailed menu knowledge. Inspected food preparation areas to ensure safe,
sanitary food-handling practices. Inspected serving areas for safety and cleanliness. Worked other cooks' shifts as needed. Assisted other
cooks during rush periods. My accomplishments included: Starting as a fry guy to becoming line leader.
Held this job for ten year's. Knowledge sets include: Commercial use deep fryers, Commercial use grills, Food safety labeling systems,
Gas grills, Leader, Leadership, Safety, and Team Leader. Sept. 2003 - Nov. 2011
Skills
I’ve been a Cook for Ten Years. I was a Chef for Masterson’s Catering. I was in Management Before let go due to labor. Well rounded
people person
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