JOSEPH TAYLOR

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Cell:919-***-****

Summary

Experienced Line Cook with exceptional knowledge of a wide variety of kitchen equipment and cooking techniques in a fast-paced environment. Motivated food serving professional with 3 years food and beverage experience in casual and fine dining.

Skills

• Strong customer relationship builder

• Kitchen productivity

• Ability to handle fast-paced environment

• Food and beverage handling expert

• Skillful kitchen staff trainer

• Back of house operations understanding

Experience

Tripps November 2015 to September 2017 Pots and Pans Dishroom Dining Room Line Cook Prep Cook Baker Cook

Durham, NC

Frequently washed and sanitized hands, food areas and food preparation tools. Performed general maintenance duties, including mopping floors, washing dishes, wiping counter tops and emptying grease traps.

Washington Duke Inn September 2008 to October 2015 Dishwasher/Prep Cook

Durham, NC

Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods. Managed closing duties, including restocking items and reconciliation of the cash drawer. Delivered exceptional, friendly and fast service

Raleigh and Associates September 2004 to August 2008 Medical Records Field Technician

Raleigh, NC

Observed and documented patient status and reported patient complaints to the case manager. Prepared patient rooms prior to their arrival. Completed and submitted clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines.

Absolute Staffing May 2000 to August 2004 Dishwasher/Janitorial

Durham, NC

Gathered and emptied trash and recycling bins. Dusted and mopped all hard surfaces. Wet mopped and spot mopped public corridors. Cleaned public restrooms, including scrubbing sinks, toilet and mirrors.

Education and Training

Vance-Granville Community College 2001

High School Diploma 2001

Henderson, NC, USA