Latasha Adams

Cleveland, OH *****

ad188m@r.postjobfree.com

+1-216-***-****

To obtain a career that will effectively allow me to utilize my work experience Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

A.M Team Lead/Cook

Holiday Inn Moce Cafe - Cleveland, OH

February 2023 to Present

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask effectively

• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with team members

• Flexibility to work some weekend morning and some weekend Holiday mornings

• Ability to assist with menu planning and development, ensuring variety and quality of dishes.

• Proficient in using knives for food preparation, including chopping, slicing, and dicing.

• Familiarity with dietary department guidelines and restrictions for special diets.

• Knowledge of proper food handling techniques to maintain food safety.

• Assisting with catering events, including preparation and presentation of food.

• Understanding of food safety regulations and ability to follow proper procedures.

• Familiarity with kitchen equipment, tools, and organization for efficient workflow.

• Ability to prepare ingredients, measure quantities, and follow recipes accurately.

• Knowledge of serving techniques and ability to plate dishes attractively.

• Understanding of the overall operations and standards within the food industry. Assistant Manager/Chef

Hola Island Provision - Cleveland, OH

October 2022 to January 2023

• Managed daily operations

• Opened and close restaurant

• Ensure kitchen sanitation according to health and safety guidelines

• Maintain and order inventory

• Prepare all food as orders come in

• Greet customers as they enter the restaurant

• Make sure orders are accurate

• Making sure Fifo guidelines are met

• Make sure all items are labeled and dated

• Making sure food is at correct temperature

Prep Cook

BARTLEBY - Cleveland, OH

July 2022 to October 2022

• Assist the head chef by chopping vegetables and washing food items

• Ensure kitchen equipment and appliances are ready for use

• Maintain a clean and hygienic work environment at all times

• Prepare salads, breads, salad dressings and sauces

• Gather food ingredients from the refrigerator or freezer as required by the chef

• Ensure food is stored away properly when not in use

• Study the menu and prepare ingredients ahead of schedule

• Learn about the cooking methods and techniques employed in the kitchen

• Prepared baked goods daily

AM Line Cook 1

Hilton - Cleveland, OH

October 2019 to May 2022

• Setup workstation with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment

• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking,chopping,cutting meats,peeling vegetables and fruit

• Cook food in various,utensils, grills,fryers,ovens

• Making sure when food go out the presentation is perfect

• Make sure area is clean and sanitized with sanitized bucket near by

• Ensure all food items are stored properly and securely along with being dated

• Always follow FIFO

• Monitor items for shortage

• Interpret baked recipes and ensured items met company standards

• Decorated and displayed finished products

Chef/Kitchen Manager

Gigis on Fairmount - Cleveland, OH

January 2016 to March 2020

• Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques to increase productivity and boost workflow

• Developed and produced menu concepts with creation of new recipes

• Oversaw hiring,training,and develop of kitchen employees

• Incorporated customer recommendations and feedback to experiment with new dishes

• Partnered with kitchen team to create dynamic entrees and baked goods for large banquets and special events

• Assigned specific duties to employees to maintain a productive operation for kitchen and food service

• Spoke with patrons about dietary issues

• Monitored quality,presentation,and quantities of plated food across lines

• Liaised with vendors to purchase optimal recipe ingredients at cost-effective rates

• Inspected freezers and refrigerators prior to each shift to check temperature levels and verify proper functionality

• Scratch kitchen,I designed and created multiple food items

• Managed brunch on the weekends

• Made soups from scratch

• Made dressings from scratch

Lead Cook

Whiskey Island - Cleveland, OH

April 2016 to July 2017

• Supervised preparation of speciality items and customers requests to verify accuracy in production

• Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation,cooking,garnishing and presentation of food

• Assigned specific duties to employees to maintain a productive kitchen operation

• Prepared and cooked food and desserts for huge events Chef/Server/Caterer

LGC Hospitality - Cleveland, OH

February 2014 to May 2016

• Developed recipes and menus to meet consumer demand and align with culinary trends

• Stored perishable food items in freezer or refrigerator to protect from spoilage

• Organized and restocked supplies

• Cross-trained in other kitchen positions to support team and meet customer needs

• Monitored inventory and promptly reported food items requiring reorder

• Restocked pantry with non-perishable food items to prevent stock from running low

• Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face to face or through phone conversations

• Prepared a large variety of goods such as cakes,coolie,pastries,bread,cookies etc following traditional and modern recipes

Chef

Cha Pizza and Spirits - Cleveland, OH

February 2015 to January 2016

• Introduced menu concepts with creation of new recipes

• Inspected freezers and refrigerators prior to each shift

• Partnered with kitchen team to create dynamic entrees for large banquets and events

• Maintained and organized a clean and safe kitchen

• Processed inventory daily

• Monitored quality,presentation, and quantities of plated food across lines

• Reduced food costs by estimating purchasing needs and buying through approved suppliers Education

Certificate in Culinary Arts

Edwins Leadership and Restaurant Insti7 - Cleveland, OH October 2015 to July 2016

Skills

• Kitchen Management Experience (4 years)

• Food Preparation (10+ years)

• Cooking (10+ years)

• Kitchen Experience (10+ years)

• Food Safety (10+ years)

• Banquet Experience (5 years)

• Catering (10+ years)

• Culinary experience (10+ years)

• Food Safety

• Meal Preparation

• Supervising Experience

• Team management

• Culinary experience

• Cooking

• Restaurant management

• Leadership

Certifications and Licenses

Food Handler Certification

December 2023 to Present

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