Christopher Hunter
Laborer/Cook
Modesto, CA ****7
**********@*****.***
Professional Summary
Skilled General Laborer with 10 years of experience in various roles, including plant operations, food preparation, and warehouse distribution. Proficient in quality control, kitchen management, food safety, and inventory control. Possesses a strong background in Dietary cooking and meat cutting/ trimming skills.
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Kitchen Lead Cook
Hickock's Steakhouse-Hays, KS
June 2023 to June 2024
• Prepared and cooked a variety of menu items, including burgers, steaks, and seafood, according to established recipes and customer preferences
• Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate timing of food preparation for timely service during peak hours
• Managed inventory levels by monitoring stock levels of ingredients used on the grill line
• Operated grill equipment efficiently and maintained proper cooking temperatures to ensure food quality and safety standards were met
• Assisted in receiving deliveries and verifying accuracy of received items against purchase orders
• Instituted a rotation schedule for cleaning duties among kitchen staff members to maintain cleanliness standards throughout shifts
Overnight Stocker
Dillon's Grocery-Hays, KS
November 2023 to April 2024
• Implemented a systematic approach to organizing stockroom, optimizing space utilization and improving overall efficiency
• Efficiently restocked shelves and organized inventory during overnight shifts, ensuring products were readily available for customers
• Kept accurate records of incoming and outgoing merchandise, utilizing inventory management systems to track stock levels
• Collaborated with team members to unload delivery trucks and sort merchandise according to department specifications
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail when verifying pricing accuracy and removing expired products from shelves
• Ensured compliance with health regulations by properly handling perishable goods such as meat, dairy, and produce
• Managed time efficiently during overnight shifts by prioritizing tasks based on urgency
• Achieved a consistent record of meeting or exceeding daily stocking targets Crew/Cook
Qdoba Mexican Grill-Goodland, KS
March 2023 to August 2023
• Prepared and cooked a variety of food items according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist
• Assisted in the coordination and organization of kitchen operations to ensure efficient workflow
• Assembled ingredients accurately according to specified portion sizes or recipe instructions
• Frequently rotated stock items in refrigerators/freezers/pantries to maintain freshness levels at all times
• Cooked various types of meats/fish/poultry/vegetables using different cooking methods (grilling/baking/ sautéing)
Cap 2 Associate
Walmart-Goodland, KS
November 2021 to December 2022
• Efficiently unloaded trucks and sorted merchandise according to company standards
• Contributed to maintaining a clean and organized work environment by sweeping floors, removing debris, and disposing of packaging materials properly
• Utilized handheld scanners or computer systems to track inventory levels accurately
• Safely operated pallet jacks or hand trucks when moving merchandise within the warehouse
• Collaborated with team members to ensure timely unloading of trucks, meeting daily productivity goals Plant Operator
Frontier AG-Goodland, KS
August 2018 to November 2020
• Assisted in packaging seeds for shipment using appropriate containers
• Implemented quality assurance measures throughout the entire seed production process
• Managed seed storage facilities, organizing inventory for easy access and retrieval
• Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment
• Performed seed processing tasks such as cleaning, sorting, and treating seeds according to established protocols
Dietary Manager/Cook
Wheat Ridge Acers (Assisted living)-Goodland, KS
January 2012 to November 2015
• Managed food inventory and ordering process to maintain optimal stock levels while minimizing waste
• Maintained accurate records of food production, portion sizes, and special diet requests
• Worked closely with nursing staff to address individual patient/resident concerns or preferences related to their diets
• Ensured compliance with state health department regulations regarding food safety standards
• Collaborated with vendors to source high-quality ingredients within budget constraints
• Implemented quality control measures to ensure adherence to sanitation and safety regulations in the kitchen area
Education
12 in General Studies
Summerville High School - Tuolumne, CA
August 1988 to May 1992
AFJROTC
Skills
• Kitchen Experience (10+ years)
• Facilities Management (5 years)
• Kitchen Management Experience (5 years)
• Cooking (10+ years)
• Warehouse Experience (5 years)
• Packaging (5 years)
• Food Preparation (10+ years)
• Quality Assurance (10+ years)
• Food Safety (5 years)
• Produce Experience (10+ years)
• Food Handling (10+ years)
• Multitasking (5 years)
• Meat Cutting (5 years)
• Warehouse Distribution Experience
• Order Picking
Certifications and Licenses
ServSafe
Present