Line Cook Food Preparation
Resume:
Michael Reilly
Hardworking professional bringing a detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Polished in following proper food handling methods and maintaining correct temperature of food products. Creative and artistic professional committed to strengthening kitchen team with better collaboration, recipes and cooking techniques.
105 e ridgewood ave apt 113
pleasantville, NJ 08232
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EXPERIENCE
Borgata Casino, Atlantic City — Line cook
May 2024 - PRESENT
Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment ensuring proper functioning order.
Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Operated various kitchen appliances such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
Followed health and safety standards to ensure a safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
Knife and Fork, Atlantic City — Sous chef
September 2023
Established standard procedures for plating presentations.
Supervised cooks and other kitchen personnel during meal services.
Complied with all health department regulations regarding proper food handling methods.
Enforced portion control guidelines to minimize costs associated with overproduction.
Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
Monitored food products, driving quality, freshness and integrity.
Cardinal, Atlantic City — Grill cook/ Prep
February 2022
Trained new employees on grill operations and safety protocols.
Assisted in restocking kitchen supplies when necessary.
Prepared a variety of foods including salads, sandwiches and entrees using established recipes.
Made sure that all orders were filled in an accurate and timely manner.
Cleaned and organized the grilling area, stocked supplies, and prepared food items to order.
Responded promptly and courteously to guest inquiries and complaints.
Followed proper sanitation procedures during food preparation and storage.
Gordon Ramsay Steak, Atlantic City — Line Cook/ Saute
February 2017
Seasoned foods with herbs, spices, salt, per recipe guidelines.
Monitored the temperature of hot holding units to ensure all food items were held at safe temperatures.
Communicated any issues related to equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs promptly to management staff.
Communicated effectively with co-workers in order to maintain efficient workflow throughout the shift period.
Adjusted heat sources accordingly based on type of ingredients being cooked in order to achieve desired results without burning or overcooking foods.
Borgata Casino, Atlantic City — Security Specialist
January 2018
Investigated incidents related to security breaches and conducted forensic analysis of compromised systems.
Analyzed system performance data in order to optimize security controls for better efficiency.
Reviewed system logs on a regular basis to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
Absecon Lawn Care, Absecon — Foreman
March 2016
Created detailed reports on job progress and submitted them to management on time.
Organized meetings with clients to discuss project specifications and expectations.
Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
Trained new employees in safety regulations, operational procedures, and company policies.
Coordinated with other departments to ensure project deadlines were met.
Supervised activities of personnel assigned to various tasks during construction jobs.
Outback Steakhouse, Mays Landing — Head chef/ Kitchen Manager
April 2013
Monitored food production to guarantee quality standards were met.
Trained new kitchen staff in food safety regulations and proper cooking techniques.
Organized kitchen staff to ensure efficient operations during peak service hours.
Inspected ingredients and equipment to ensure they meet quality standards.
Managed employee relations by providing guidance on job duties as well as disciplinary actions when needed.
Root Cellar Tavern, Dorothy — Head chef/ Kitchen Manager
January 2015
Developed menus and recipes for a variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, desserts, and specialty items.
Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service issues.
Adjusted seasonings of dishes according to customers' tastes.
Tun Tavern Restaurant, Atlantic City — Sous chef
January 2013
Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.
AllSeason Solar — solar panel installer
March 2016
Set up monitoring equipment to assess performance of solar energy systems.
Adhered strictly to safety protocols while working at heights or around electricity sources.
Coordinated with team members on all aspects of project completion, including scheduling installations and deliveries.
Checked electrical components of solar systems and ensured they meet safety requirements.
Romanelli’s, Absecon — Server/ busser/ line cook/ delivery driver
February 2010
Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations.
Assisted servers with stocking supplies, setting up for service and cleaning duties.
Maintained a friendly attitude towards customers at all times.
Home Depot, Absecon — Tool Rental Tech
March 2012
Reviewed customer orders to ensure accuracy of requested tool selections.
Utilized problem-solving techniques when faced with challenging situations involving customers or malfunctioning equipment.
Stocked shelves with new inventory as needed.
Provided technical advice and assistance to customers regarding the use of tools for specific tasks.
Demonstrated knowledge of products being rented out by providing detailed descriptions along with operation instructions.
EDUCATION
Absegami High School, Galloway — High School Diploma
September 2008 - May 2012
SKILLS
Workflow Optimization
Menu Memorization
Recipe creation
Cooking techniques
Heavy Lifting
Kitchen Operations
Ingredient Preparation
Inventory Management
Server Communication
Food rotation
Food presentation
Portioning
leadership
Food Safety
Kitchen Sanitization
Back of House Operations
Head Chef Collaboration
Knife Skills
Meat Cutting
Attention to Detail
Lawn care
Landscape Maintenance
construction
Operations Management
CCTV experience
Security team leadership
Delivering
Carpentry
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