Willie Spates
Experienced Cook and Catering Specialist
Seeking a position as a Cook/Catering Specialist where my culinary skills and experience in food preparation and team management can contribute to the success of the business.
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New York, NY
Work Experience
Jr sous Chef, Lead line Cook,Prep Cook, catering
Aramark
April 2022 - March 2024 • Charlotte
Started as a lead line cook and advanced to Jr Sous Chef, supervising and instructing kitchen staff. Ensured adherence to safety procedures and maintained high standards of quality and freshness in all dishes. Played a key role in catering events, managing food preparation and presentation. Cook /banquet Cook,lead line cook Prep Cook
Hilton Hotel
September 2021 - August 2022 • Charlotte, NC
Performed duties as a cook and lead line cook, specializing in catering and prep work. Managed kitchen operations and ensured timely and efficient service during banquets and events. Focused on maintaining high standards of food safety and quality.
Lead line cook, saute,prep Cook garde manger
Hanoi House
March 2017 - September 2021 • Manhattan
Handled all aspects of kitchen operations from March 2017 to September 2021. Specialized in lead line cooking, sautéing, and garde manger. Ensured efficient workflow and high-quality meal preparation in a fast-paced environment.
Education
Academy of New York
Project Renewal Culinary Arts, Culinary in Culinary Arts Baking & Pastry,Culinary January 2007 - December 2007
Completed a comprehensive culinary arts program at the Academy of New York, focusing on Culinary Arts, Baking & Pastry. Gained hands-on experience in various cooking techniques and kitchen management. Irvington High School
June 2003 - August 2004 • Irvington
Skills
Supervising Team Management Food Preparation Expediting Leadership Inventory Control Food Service Kitchen Management Food Safety Production Planning Cleaning Restaurant Management Meal Preparation Nursing Culinary Arts