Food Service Line Cook
Resume:
Christopher Harris
Lead/Line Cook
Los Angeles,CA 90057
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SKILLS
● Food Preparation
● Time & Temperature Control
● Health Code Understanding
● Grill & Broiler Operation
● Plating & Presentation
● Kitchen Equipment Safety
EXPERIENCE
Sofi Stadium - Cook 2
August 2021 - PRESENT
● Lead, manage,and mentor culinary team
● Washed and blanched vegetables for Crudités
● Assorted meat and cheese platters
● Grilled vegetables and meats such as : Tomahawks, Shrimps, and prawns.
● Food Production for the owners club and the adjoining of the twelve suites of SoFi Stadium
● Create prep lists for kitchen crew
● Operated all kitchen equipment safely and in accordance with OSHA
● regulations.
● Preparation and order of specialty cooked meats ( rare, medium rare, and well-done)
● Preparation of pastas and vegetables Al dente
● Manage waste cost and consumption
California Club - Lead/ Line/Cook 1
August 2017 - PRESENT
● Cooked regional meat, seafood and vegetarian recipes for seasonal menu options.
● Memorized recipes and cooked meals to meet all required nutrition and portion specifications. Prepared ingredients in advance for on-demand orders and recipes.
● Operated all kitchen equipment safely and in accordance with OSHA regulations.
● Cleaned and maintained walk-in refrigerators, gas stoves, and commercial ovens.
● Covered kitchen needs by cross-training in different positions and filling in for absent team members. Mixed dough to make pastries, breads, and desserts according to company recipes.
● Prepared multiple orders simultaneously.
● Washed and cut produce and garnishes.
● Measured and mixed ingredients to follow recipes, cooking items according to instructions.
● Followed corporate recipes and standards to prepare consistent menu options.
Los Angeles Convention Center, Los Angeles,CA -
March 2011 - August 2018
● Prepared specialty foods, such as Wellington Beef and Lobster Bisque .
● Used shallow cooking to prepare fine dining menu items for high-volume establishment.
● Measured and mixed ingredients to follow recipes, cooking items according to instructions.
● Regulated temperature of cooking and heating equipment
● verifying proper cooking and storage
● temperatures.
● Managed kitchen supply inventory and requisitioned needed supplies.
● Plated and examined completed orders to verify quality and portion size.
● Operated slicers and grinders, observing all safety protocols and operation guidelines.
● Cleaned and sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment to prevent cross-contamination in alignment with safe food handling guidelines. Country Villa Adams, Los Angeles,CA - Dietary Chef May 2008-July 2010
● Helped create weekly and resident-specific meal plans and market meals to residents. Read, understood, and closely followed therapeutic diets for individuals with unique needs.
● Readied both dining room and in-room meals for residents, including main nourishment and supplementation.
● Maintained strict adherence to serving schedules for residents' meals.
● Protected customers from food-borne pathogens and communicable diseases by cleaning and sanitizing work areas.
● Handled and prepared food according to strict sanitary guidelines.
● Produced consistent quality food and attractive dishes by following standard recipes and plating guidelines. Instructed cooks or other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of food.
● Controlled costs with strong oversight of supply use and food portioning.
● Inspected foods throughout each shift, verifying quality and attractiveness of each plate.
● Monitored sanitation practices to ensure employees followed standards and regulations.
● Prepared for upcoming meals by cleaning kitchen areas and restocking supplies.
Los Angeles Trade Tech, Los Angeles,CA - Student /Instructor Assistant February 2008 - June 2011
● Maintained clean, organized, and well-stocked workspaces.
● Cleaned fowl, fish, poultry, and shellfish to prepare for cooking or serving.
● Mixed ingredients and prepared special dressings and sauces for cooks.
● Fixed problems with equipment using troubleshooting and repair abilities.
● Completed all tasks promptly and with minimal oversight.
● Prepared for busy periods by cutting, slicing and washing frequently used ingredients.
● Assisted with food service by
working closely with servers to move food out quickly.
● Helped kitchen staff meet customer needs with continuous assistance.
● Avoided waste through consistent stock rotation and correct portioning.
● Contributed ideas for improving work processes.
EDUCATION
Los Angeles Trade Technical College - AA Culinary
February 2007 - June 2011
AA Culinary
Associates Arts Coursework in Culinary Arts/Fine Dining AWARDS /ACCOMPLISHMENTS
● USMC VETERAN
● LATTC Senator Obama 2008
● President & Dean’s Award (3.87 GPA)
● Instructors Assistant for Chef Kanamakia at Los Angeles Trade Tech; Intro to Culinary Arts 101
● Proctor for ServSafe Management
● Preparation, Cooking and Carving for the Emmys and Grammys (2012-2017)
● Preparation and Cooking for Owners Suites Superbowl LVI.
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