Line Cook Head Chef

Antonio Owens

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EXPERIENCE

Rosemary's, New York, NY

Apprentice October 2023- November 2023

As part of the First Course NYC program, participants undergo 6 weeks of On-the-Job Training to refine various aspects of skills

learned during the Fundamentals Training, such as:

@ Kitchen systems (FIFO, using checklists, abiding by health and safety sanitation guidelines, etc)

@ Line cook production, Le. working grill, fry, garde manger, and pizza stations; required ability to work efficiently in a

fast-past environment in order to complete tickets efficiently and plate dishes as directed by head chef.

© Prep kitchen production (Bulk items, labeling, prep list, inventory, etc)

© Strengthening soft skills (Communication, following directions, time management),

© Strengthening technical skills (Knife skills, knowledge of equipment, station management)

First Course NYC Culinary Program, New York, NY

Fundamentals Training Graduate

First Course NYC at Hot Bread Kitchen’s 8 week, 35-hour per week culinary Fundamentals Training program prepares folks to

work in the culinary industry. The values emphasized in this technique-driven program include adaptability, teamwork, initiative,

and working with a sense of urgency. Each program graduate was chosen from a pool of 150+ applicants. Graduates go through

intense training in the following kitchen skills:

© Knife skills and overall kitchen readiness

Kitchen sanitation and safety principles, including proper handling of kitchen equipment and tools

Standard cooking techniques, including basic stocks, soups, salads and sauces

Following and scaling recipes accurately; how to properly read and follow prep lists and food order tickets

Setting up both hot and cold stations, with a focus on kitchen maintenance and cleanliness

Owens Funeral Home Inc, New York, NY

Funeral Director Assistant January 2001- July 2023

© Coordinate and oversaw all arrangements for wakes, memorial services, and funeral services,

© Required thorough knowledge of embalming and burial services.

© Ordered caskets, flowers, and other necessities for funeral and memorial services; required strict budgeting abilities.

Columbus Seafood Bar & Restaurant, New York, NY

Chef May 2022- April 2023

© Ensured quality presentation and uniform quantities of plated food across the line.

© Operated the line and utilized ovens, double fryers, and stops.

@ Checked stock deliveries for safety, quality, and quantity,

Juic-C Too Juice Bar, Brooklyn, NY June 201- May 2022

Cashier / Cook

© Prepared dishes in a timely manner; required ability to work amongst a team in a fast paced environment in order to

ensure customer satisfaction.

© Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment according to strict health and safety standards.

SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS

© Food Protection Certificate, NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, 2023

© Food safety and sanitation proficiency.

© Knowledge of kitchen equipment operations.

@ Excellent customer service skills, alongside strong verbal and written communication skills.

EDUCATION

@ American Academy McAllister Institute of Funcral Services, Mortuary Science

© Msgr. Scanlan High School, High School Diploma Bronx, NY 1992-1996

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