Lead Cook H2b

Marlon Haughton Nelson

**** **** **** **.

Orlando, Florida 32835

Tel: 843-***-**** Email: ***************@*****.***

Objective

Detail-oriented and motivated cook with10 years’ experience working in various areas in the kitchen. I have a strong background in food preparation, staff supervision, and kitchen equipment operations. Seeking to apply strong time-management and multitasking skills to oversee the quality of all meals leaving the kitchen, provide outstanding customer experience, and exceed food production standards

Highlight

Knowledge of various seasonings and spices

Knowledge in preparing various cusines: American, French, Italian, Japanese and Caribbean

Butchering experience with a variety of meats and seafood

Familiarity with different cooking techniques including preparing soups, salads, fruits and sauces

Work Experience

Cook

Palmetto Dunes - Hilton Head Island, SC (H2B Visa program)

04/22 – Current; 04/20 – 11/20; 04/19 – 11/19; 04/18 – 11/2018; 04/17 – 11/17

Prepare food for service according to menu plan and standardized recipes in a safe and efficient and timely manner.

Suggests menu or recipe changes so that leftovers and any over-stocked items are used in a timely manner.

Ensures the proper preparation, portioning and serving of food as indicated on the menu cycle and the standardized recipes.

Taste and prepare food to determine quality and palatability.

Prepare food so that it is ready for service at a specified time.

Show other cooks the skills I have learned so far and using my leadership skills to lead them on a good path.

Cook (Part-time)

Marriot Hotel - Hilton Head Island, SC

04/22 – 09/22

Prepared and served all food following standard recipes, product specifications, and portion sizes.

Planned an appropriate cooking schedule to have meals ready in a timely manner.

Assisted in the preparation and service of foods requested by other departments as well as those needed for special occasions.

Prepared food according to menu selection and standardized recipes.

Mixed ingredients and assembled entrees and other items on the daily menu.

Substituted entrees with other foods when conditions warranted such

Cook

Quail Ridge – Boynton Beach, FL (H2B Visa program)

11/21 – 04/22

Washed, chopped and seasoned vegetables, meats and other ingredients before they were cooked

Worked closely with the chef to develop a menu

Cooked and plated various dishes

Cleaned and sanitized work stations according to health and safety regulations

Placed supply orders, received them and stored them properly

Delegated tasks to other members of staff like servers, busboys and dishwashers

Cook/Lead Cook

Jewels Dunn`s River Ocho Rios Jamaica

02/10 – 04/17

Prepared meals for each shift by placing a clean cutting board and utensil bath at workstations.

Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.

Provided nutritious, safe, visually appealing, innovative and properly prepared and flavored food.

Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports.

Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with the kitchen team.

Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of all food products.

Consistently kept a clean and safe environment by adhering to all federal, state and local sanitation and safety requirements.

Effectively managed and assisted kitchen staff in producing food for banquets, catered events and member dining areas.

Education

College of Hospitality and Vocation Skill, Certificate Level 1 (2009)

References

Available upon request

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