Food Preparation Lead Cook
Resume:
Dea Jean
Cañon City, CO *****
************@*****.***
Hardworking Cook bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths. Work Experience
Lead Cook
Fudge Ladies-Cañon City, CO
March 2020 to Present
Measured, mixed and prepped raw materials according to company specifications and recipes. Placed dough in pans, molds and sheets and monitored products during baking to adjust temperature. Rolled, cut and shaped dough to form bread, rolls, cookies, cupcakes, pie crusts and other baked goods. Maintained temperature, sweep and sanitation logs to document proper conditions. Designed appealing product displays to maintain unique presentation. Utilized measuring instruments, commercial-grade mixers and ovens to bake cakes and pastries. Oversaw baking and cooking training to assist new staff members in professional development. Packaged and labeled baked goods with accurate descriptions and ingredients. Inspected baking equipment in accordance with cleanliness and safety standards. Took precautions to avoid cross-contamination between food items. Maintained safe and sanitary area by checking food products' temperature and freshness. Cook, Dishwasher
St. Thomas Moore Hospital-Cañon City, CO
November 2022 to July 2024
Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly. Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods. Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes. Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly. Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment. Operated industrial dishwashers to clean plates, glasses, silverware, and cooking utensils. Loaded dirty dishes into the dishwasher racks and unloaded clean dishes from the washer onto carts or shelves.
Cleaned food preparation areas such as countertops, cupboards, appliances exteriors, walls floors and sinks.
Removed garbage and trash to designated disposal areas in accordance with health regulations. Disposed of glassware that had been broken or chipped according to safety procedures. Swept and mopped floors in the kitchen area at regular intervals throughout shift. Filled out daily logs regarding temperature readings of dishwashers as required by health department regulations.
Inspected all returned dishes for cleanliness before restocking them on shelves. Organized trays with cutlery prior to serving meals to customers. Cashier Team Lead
Chevron-FL
January 2016 to January 2020
Assisted with training new cashiers and customer service team members to increase speed of onboarding.
Processed payments promptly for customers to exceed productivity standards. Rotated and merchandised products at point-of-sale to improve impulse buy rate. Authorized discounts and special actions to resolve customer disputes and maintain satisfaction. Assisted management with developing and managing employee improvement strategies to encourage exceptional performance from staff.
Inventoried stock and placed new orders to maintain supplies for expected demand. Answered customer questions and provided store information. Cashier Assistant
Deerhaven-FL
May 2013 to February 2016
Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction. Helped supervisor control customer flow and backed-up lines by running registers during busy periods. Backed up cashiers ringing up large number of customers by bagging products. Handled merchandising and restocking needs for multiple checkout lanes. Inventoried stock and placed new orders to maintain supplies for expected demand. Verified customer age requirement for alcohol or tobacco purchases. Described products to customers and accurately explained details and care of merchandise. Directed trash removal and sanitation procedures to keep aisles and register area organized. Performed merchandising and signage updates during weekly and seasonal promotional changes. Lead Cook
The Gourmet Fine Catering-Denver, CO
January 1993 to January 2013
Prepared banquet meals according to standard recipes and customer preferences. Managed production of food for catered corporate and private events. Used such cooking processes as charbroiling, sautéing, braising, roasting and par cooking to create delicious dishes.
Organized prep list and coordinated efficient work to be ready for fast-paced banquet cooking operations. Kept kitchen work stations, utensils and equipment clean and sanitized between banquet rushes. Directed presentation and portioning of food for banquet functions. Prepared meals with up to 20 courses for events with 2000+ guests. Stored raw foods and prepared items according to proper safe handling requirements and health code standards.
Communicated with servers on timing of completed dishes and menu offerings to expedite food delivery. Prepared and maintained buffet and salad bar by checking temperatures, restocking food and monitoring potential avenues of contamination.
Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements. Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods. Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients. Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time. Education
High school diploma
Skills
• Customer Service Food Prep Planning
Sanitation and Cleaning Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
• Food Handling
• Catering
• Kitchen Experience
• Meal Preparation
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