Entry Level Food Preparation
Resume:
James Martin
Little Rock, AR 72209
501-***-**** ***************@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Sr cook
position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational
skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Adaptable and
enterprising Sr cook with solid industry background and proven expertise in building and leading successful
teams. Talented problem-solver ready to back up fellow employees at any time.
SKILLS
* Employee Scheduling * Order Delivery Practices
* Food Preparation and Safety * Food Item Purchasing
* Kitchen Scheduling + Staff Training
WORK HISTORY
KITCHEN MANAGER 10/1999 to 07/2022
Capers Restaurant - 14502 Cantrell Road
* Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and
surface cleaning.
* Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
* Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
+ Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation
of food.
* Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
* Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation
and production of meals.
* Coordinated with catering staff to deliver food services for special events and functions.
* Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
+ Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
+ Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
* Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as
needed.
+ Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
* Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
* Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
* Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
COOK 06/1992 to 09/1998
Cajun’s Wharf - 1400 Cantrell Road
* Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation
process.
* Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer
satisfaction, and repeat business.
* Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and
ingredients.
EDUCATION
UALR - Little Rock, AR None
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