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Terry Land

302-***-****

terryland***@comcast

.net

Newark, DE 19713

SUMMARY

To obtain employment in the culinary field Professional Summary Twenty years of cooking in restaurants, nursing homes, fast food, and diners. Prior experience as prep cook/line cook/sous chef. Energetic culinary professors with a blend of creativity, pas- sion for food and exceptional cooking skills. Work well as a dynamic leader in high pressure settings. Motivated cook offering over twenty years experience in the food industry. Focus on high standards for taste and quality, while maintaining profitable margins. Superior comment and leadership skills. Punctual [Job Title] experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare quality food. Polished in setting up and cleaning equipment for daily food preparation and helping manage supplies. Excellent multitasker recognized for supporting successful kitchen operations. Structured [Job Title] with [Number] years of experience preparing food for restaurant customers. Customer-oriented team player skilled in kitchen equipment operations, menu design and kitchen supervision. Familiar with various cooking methods and sanitation procedures.

SKILLS

Operations Management

Customer Service

Dish Preparation

Frying

Grilling

ServSafe Certified

Performance Improvement

Sanitation

Fine Dining

Contemporary Sauce Work

Order Verification

Food Handler Certification

Food Handling

Cleaning and Organization

Strong Butchery Skills

OSHA

Cutting and Slicing Techniques

Sous Vide Technique

Plating and Presentation

Supply Restocking

New Hire Training

Surface Cleaning

Culinary Art

Positive and Professional

Focused and Disciplined

High Volume Production Capability

Food Presentation

Recipe-Based Cooking

EXPERIENCE

COOK

Wilmington, DE

Manor Care/ May 2016 to Oct 2022

Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.

Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.

Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food. Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods. Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness. Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods. Cook

Wilmington, DE

CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL OF DELAWARE/ Feb 2013 to May 2016 Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.

Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.

Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness. Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods. COOK

Wilmington, DE

Delaware Park Management Company/ Apr 2004 to Feb 2013 Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.

Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.

Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines. Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods. Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.

Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food. Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods. COOK

Odessa, DE

Bogey's Bar & Grill/ May 2001 to Jan 2004

Prepare food items consistently in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guide lines

Planned lunch, dinner and bar menus, as well as special menus for in-house special events and catering

Practice safe food handling and procedures at all times Verified freshness of products upon delivery.

Line Cook

Wilmington, Delaware

Buckley's Tavern, Pike/ Apr 1998 to Oct 2001

Prepare food items consistently in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guide lines

Planned lunch, dinner and bar menus, as well as special menus for in-house special events and catering

Practice safe food handling and procedures at all times Verified freshness of products upon delivery

Line Cook

Bayview, Middletown, Delaware

ChesDel's Resturant/ Dec 1991 to Dec 1998

Prepare food items consistently in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guide lines

Planned lunch, dinner and bar menus, as well as special menus for in-house special events and catering

Practice safe food handling and procedures at all times Verified freshness of products upon delivery

Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, food storage, use of kitchen equment and utensils, sanitation and safety issues

Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, food storage, use of kitchen equipment and utensils, sanitation and safety issues.

Line Cook

Stanton, Delaware

Anthony's Restaurant/ Apr 1987 to Dec 1991

Prepare food items consistently in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guide lines

Planned lunch, dinner and bar menus, as well as special menus for in-house special events and catering

Practice safe food handling and procedures at all times Verified freshness of products upon delivery

Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, food storage, use of kitchen equipment and utensils, sanitation and safety issues.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

and Nursing Program: Culinary Arts

Chesapeake Job Corps Center Jan 1984

High School Diploma

Certificate in Nursing Certificate in Culinary Arts REFERENCES

References Willie H. Watson Jr. 5610 Kirkwood Hwy Wilmington, De., 19808 302-***-**** 32LAS

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

REFERENCES WILLIE H. WATSON JR. 5610 Kirkwood Hwy. Wilmington,De. 19808 302-***-**** 2nd. Emmanuel carter 1921 Edgewood Rd. Parkville, Md.

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