Antwan Rogers
Line Cook
Chicago, IL *****
*********@*****.***
Dedicated and energetic individual with a stellar customer service record and an exceptionally good attitude.
Adept at multitasking in a high-volume and fast-paced work environment. Able to maintain cordial and professional working relationships with other staff supervisors and customers Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Work Experience
Cook, Dishwasher
Red Robin - North Riverside, IL
February 2018 to Present
Prep Cook
Surf's Up - Oak Park, IL
March 2016 to Present
Prepping all food, cleaning meats, cutting vegetables. Busser, food runner, cook
avenue ale house - Oak Park, IL
July 2018 to February 2019
Server
Cooper's hawk - Oak Park, IL
July 2016 to October 2016
Server, describing wine & food items on the menu. Taking drink & food orders. Line Cook
Gibson Steakhouse - Chicago, IL
June 2015 to April 2016
* Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies
* Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces)
* Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
* Answer, report and follow executive or sous chef's instructions
* Clean up station and take care of leftover food
* Stock inventory appropriately
* Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion
* Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
* Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers Server/Bartender
Texas Corral - Norridge, IL
April 2015 to March 2016
Taking customers orders & seving meals at a fast pace Porter Associate
Basecule Wine & Bistro - Chicago, IL
December 2014 to June 2015
Sort and rinse dirty dishes, glass, tableware and other cooking utensils and place them in racks to send through dish machine.
* Sort and stack clean dishes. Carry clean dishes to cook's line and other proper storage areas. Rewash soiled dishes before delivering.
* Keep backroom and all store area neat, clean, and organized, including cleaning restrooms, and taking out trash
Crew Member
White Castle - Chicago, IL
July 2009 to August 2013
Ensured that temperature, packaging, appearance, presentation, and service of all menu items meet operational standards
* Greeted all guests in a polite and friendly manner with a smile.
* Served quality food and beverages to guests at each delivery point (cars parked in stalls and patio) in a timely manner
* Displayed the importance of placing guests' needs first on a consistent basis
* Responded to guest's requests in a respectful manner. Promptly reports complaints to a member of the drive-thru management team.
* Made accurate change quickly and efficiently.
* Cleared trays and food from tables
Associate
Suncast Warehouse - Chicago, IL
August 2008 to April 2009
* Report to Warehouse Manager / Warehouse Management team.
* Processed, package and ship orders accurately
* Organized stocks and maintain inventory
* Inspected products for defects and damages
* Examined ingoing and outgoing shipments
* Organized warehouse space
* Received, unload and place incoming inventory items appropriately
* Checked, verify and fill customer invoices
* Abided by all company safety and hygiene regulations
* Contributed ideas on ways to improve or optimize warehousing procedures Core Qualifications/Skills
* Strong hands-on experience in line service food preparation and cooking
* Excellent grasp of safe food handling procedures
* High expertise in making soups salads entrees and desserts
* Exceptional oral and written communication abilities
* Good ability to season garnish and arrange food creatively and attractively
* Outstanding customer service skills
Education
Diploma
Austin Career Education Center - Chicago, IL
September 1995 to June 1996
Skills
• Cooking, Sever, busser, food runner (10+ years)
• Culinary Experience
• Food Preparation
• Food Handling
• POS
• Food Safety
• Kitchen Experience
• Catering
• Restaurant experience
• Cooking
• Kitchen Management Experience
• Meal Preparation
• Daycare
• Preschool experience
• Banquet Experience
• Retail Sales
• Early Childhood Education
• Inventory Control
• Menu Planning
• Cleaning Experience
• Serving Experience
• Packaging
• Leadership
Certifications and Licenses
Safeserv, food handlers,
Present
food handler certificate