Prep Cook Line
Resume:
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Olive Garden, Gainesville, FL — Feb 2023 - Present
Prep Cook
The Cheesecake Factory, Gainesville, FL — Feb 2022 - Mar 2023 Night Supervisor/CSA
Wawa, Gainesville, FL — Feb 2020 - Mar 2021
Grill Cook
Cracker Barrel, Gainesville, FL — Sep 2018 - Mar 2020 1725 ne 8th ave, Gainesville, United States, 32641 • +1-352-***-**** • ********@*****.*** Taljah Lang
Destined for greatness
34 years old, Driving license L520803897970
Experienced line cook and prep cook with over 10 years of expertise in food preparation, kitchen management, and inventory control. Demonstrates strong leadership and crisis management skills, consistently streamlining processes to reduce waste and improve efficiency. Passionate about maintaining high standards of food safety and quality, with a proven track record in enhancing team collaboration and customer satisfaction. Prepare diverse dishes with precision, ensuring quality and timely service. Collaborate with kitchen team to maintain high standards and smooth operations.
Meticulously follow recipes and food safety protocols. Maintain clean workstation, manage inventory, and assist in menu planning to optimize kitchen efficiency. Streamline food preparation processes, reducing waste and improving order fulfillment times. Adapt quickly to high-pressure situations during peak hours.
Streamlined prep processes, reducing food waste and enhancing kitchen efficiency. Consistently met quality standards and time targets for meal preparation.
Fostered strong teamwork in high-pressure kitchen environment. Supported fellow staff during peak hours, ensuring smooth service and customer satisfaction. Led night shift operations, ensuring seamless customer service and store efficiency. Implemented new inventory management system, reducing waste and boosting profitability. Fostered team cohesion through effective communication and mentorship. Developed cross-training program, enhancing staff versatility and operational flexibility. Optimized store layout and product placement, driving significant increase in sales. Streamlined closing procedures, reducing nightly shutdown time and labor costs. Maintained rigorous quality control standards, ensuring consistent product excellence. Conducted thorough safety audits, minimizing workplace incidents and enhancing overall store safety. Since working for Cracker Barrel, I have been promoted within the grill cook position to a level 3 cook with level 4 being the highest.Streamlined grill operations, reducing food prep time and enhancing kitchen efficiency. Consistently met quality standards, contributing to positive customer feedback. Fostered strong teamwork in high-pressure environment, ensuring seamless coordination between kitchen and service staff. Mentored new hires on grill techniques. Proposed and implemented new cooking methods, optimizing grill station workflow. Adapted quickly to menu changes, maintaining food quality and presentation standards. Meticulously followed food safety protocols, maintaining a spotless work area. Precisely executed complex orders during peak hours, minimizing errors and waste. Embraced continuous learning, rapidly advancing to level 3 cook. Demonstrated passion for culinary craft, consistently delivering exceptional dishes to patrons. EDUCATION
AA in Criminal justice
Santa Fe College, Gainesville, FL — Aug 2009 - Dec 2011 SKILLS
Inventory Control
Skillful
Warehouse Inventory
Skillful
Inventory Clerk
Skillful
Cooking
Expert
Residential Cleaning
Experienced
Food Preparation
Expert
Food Safety
Expert
Kitchen Experience
Expert
Store Management Experience
Experienced
Kitchen Management Experience
Experienced
Restaurant Experience
Expert
Supervising Experience
Experienced
Commercial Cleaning
Experienced
Commercial driving
Expert
Leadership
Expert
Food service
Expert
Customer service
Experienced
Crisis management
Skillful
Restaurant Management
Experienced
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Certifications and Licenses
ServSafe Food Protection Manager Food Handler Certification. Driver’s license.
REFERENCES
Nykia Francis
Olive Garden
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Kenneth Hill
Gator dining
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