Culinary Line & Prep Cook
Resume:
Jermal Carlton
*** **** **** **, ***** Plains, NY 10606
*************@*****.***
Certifications: ISSA
Culinary Arts Certificate
American Heart Association (AHA) CPR/AED Certification
Certified Sports Nutritionist
Certified Fitness Trainer
Education:
High School: GED
Culinary Tech Center White Plains, NY
Culinary Arts Certificate
Experience:
The Bristal at White Plains, NY – August 4, 2026 – Present
Prep Cook:
Assist with preparing, seasoning, and cooking nutritious meals for residents and employees under the direction of the Food Service Director or Sous Chef
Prepare food for upcoming meal services by chopping, measuring, and mixing ingredients according to established recipes
Check food temperatures before meal service and follow all health department, company, and sanitation regulations
Garnish and inspect plates before they leave the kitchen to maintain quality and presentation standards
Support additional kitchen functions as needed, including line cooking, prep work, dishwashing, and utility duties
Morton’s Steakhouse of White Plains, NY – May 2026 – August 2026
Line/Prep Cook:
Prepare and cooking steaks, seafood, sides, sauces, and appetizers to exact recipes and specifications
Operate the grill, sauté’, fry, pantry, or prep stations
Prep Mise En Place
Maintain Food quality
Prepare Orders for the line
Keep the kitchen stocked with supplies for lunch and dinner service
Manage Ticket timing
Liaise with kitchen staff to maintain the orders during the lunch or dinner rush
Keep the kitchen and all areas clean and up to code
The Ambassador of Scarsdale – December 2025 – April 2026
1st Cook (Breakfast, Lunch):
In charge of prepping ingredients for the line
In charge of prepping mise for breakfast and lunch rush
In charge of prepping and cutting vegetables for soup stock for meal service
In charge of cooking meals to order for service
In charge of liaising with kitchen staff, and servers to ensure the smooth operation of kitchen duties
In charge of following Executive Chef’s recipes and preparing meals during service
In charge of maintaining station clean-up after each service and at the end of shift
24 Hour Fitness - June 2022 – January 2023
Porter:
Club Attendant
Swept, vacuumed and mopped the club. This includes the men's room, studio, cycling room, and weight area
Refilled the disinfectant bottles
Replaced wipes
Wiped down and dusted all equipment
Took out and disposed of all trash
Cleaned steam room and locker rooms
24 Hour Fitness - January 2023 – January 2024
Fitness Trainer:
Club Liaison
In charge of securing clients and selling memberships
Assessed clients’ wellness and fitness needs
Developed fitness plans to ensure client goals
Trained clients daily according to their needs
Developed meal plans and nutritional structures to maintain client goals
Developed macros according to clients’ fitness and wellness goals
Volunteers of America - August 2019 – March 2022
Cook/Assistant Food Service Manager:
Prepared bulk quantities of food, maintain portion control and arrange food in an appetizing manner
Assisted in the planning of menus
Assisted in maintaining sanitary conditions and compliance with applicable health department rules and regulations
Assisted in the inventory of food items, utensils and supplies
Confirmed that food delivery invoices are accurate
Performed other related duties as required
Maintained purchasing of kitchen and food supplies
Maintained inventory of supplies
Liaised with vendors and fostered and maintained relationships with food vendors
St. Andrews Golf Club April 2019 - June 2019
Line/Prep Cook:
Prepared and served food
Planned food production to coordinate with meal serving hours
Memorized record, and comprehend menu items, abbreviations, plate appearance, and portions
Followed standard recipes and special diet orders
Operated standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
Adhered to all sanitation and food production codes, by keeping all food areas and cleaning equipment cleaned and maintained according to FDA regulations and standards
Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment, utensils, and appliances
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