JOSHUA BERINI
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Punctual, As Soon as I learn a dish/recipe I do my best to do it that way consistently, then work on speed in order to quickly move through production. Highly accurate when it comes to food prep.
EXPERIENCE
MARCH 2022 – OCTOBER 2023
LINE COOK/PREP COOK, Oakdale burrow
Managed Line Cooks and Prep Cooks to ensure food items were prepared and served properly.
Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products resulting in consistently high scores on health inspections.
Assumed Line Cook or Prep Cook Duties when necessary.
Disciplined Employees via write ups or firings.
Fashioned new potential menu items when called for.
Dealt with catering patrons/parties preparation and service.
Delivered soiled dishes and pots and pans to washing areas and assisted in cleaning and drying all items.
Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports.
Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times at lunch and dinner rush.
Washed and peeled ingredients to prepare for use in different meals and recipes.
Restocked all food items throughout shift to guarantee cooks had all necessary ingredients needed for service.
APRIL 2019 –2022
LINE COOK/PREP COOK, The Bark and the bite
Created nutritious, safe, visually appealing, innovative and properly prepared and flavored food.
Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products resulting in consistently high scores on health inspections.
Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
Delivered soiled dishes and pots and pans to washing areas and assisted in cleaning and drying all items.
Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports.
Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times at lunch and dinner rush.
Washed and peeled ingredients to prepare for use in different meals and recipes.
Restocked all food items throughout shift to guarantee cooks had all necessary ingredients needed for service.
OCTOBER 2018 – APRIL 2019 / OCTOBER 2023 – PRESENT
LINE COOK/PREP COOK, Tilt Pinball Bar
Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
Marinated food items according to corporate-provided instructions and recipes.
Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products resulting in consistently high scores on health inspections.
Created nutritious, safe, visually appealing, innovative and properly prepared and flavored food.
Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
Delivered soiled dishes and pots and pans to washing areas and assisted in cleaning and drying all items.
Interacted professionally and effectively with wait staff regarding special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
Washed and peeled ingredients to prepare for use in different meals and recipes.
Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues or customer requests, including allergen concerns.
Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
Maintained hygienic kitchen by regularly mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing all utensils and glassware.
Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times at lunch and dinner rush.
Operated all kitchen equipment safely to avoid injuries.
Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
Restocked all food items throughout shift to guarantee cooks had all necessary ingredients needed for service.
EDUCATION
JUNE 2011
GED, Duluth East highschool
SKILLS
Punctual
Hardworking
Once a skill is learned it’s applied consistently
Quick Learner
Used to Fast Paced Environments so moves quickly.