Assistant Kitchen Manager/Line Cook at Lakeport state park (2023-12 – 2025-02)
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to food safety standards
- Managed a team of XX chefs and kitchen staff, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations
- Developed and implemented new menu items based on market trends and customer preferences
- Maintained inventory levels by conducting regular audits, minimizing waste while ensuring availability of ingredients
- Collaborated with suppliers to negotiate favorable pricing agreements for high-quality ingredients
- Created schedules for kitchen staff to optimize productivity while maintaining labor cost targets
- Conducted regular meetings with the culinary team to discuss menu updates, address concerns, and foster a collaborative work environment
- Implemented safety protocols in the kitchen to prevent accidents or injuries among staff members
Food Service Worker at Next Level Hospitality Services (2021-08 – 2023-12)
- Prepared and served food and beverages to customers in a timely and efficient manner
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen, dining area, and food preparation areas
- Followed proper food handling procedures to ensure safety and quality of products
- Assisted with inventory management by monitoring stock levels, rotating products, and restocking supplies as needed
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operation of the kitchen during busy periods
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing customer inquiries, concerns, and special requests
- Adhered to company policies regarding portion control, presentation, and recipe adherence
- Prepared ingredients for cooking according to recipes or instructions from supervisors
- Cleaned workstations before, during, and after each shift to maintain a clean working environment
Line Cook/Prep Cook at Marriott International (2021-08 – 2023-09)
- Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes according to recipes, portion control guidelines, and quality standards
- Collaborated with the head chef to develop new menu items and specials, incorporating seasonal ingredients and customer preferences
- Maintained a clean and organized work station, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations
- Efficiently managed multiple orders simultaneously during peak hours while maintaining high-quality standards
- Assisted in inventory management by monitoring stock levels, rotating perishable items, and minimizing waste
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques, recipe adherence, and food safety procedures
- Followed standardized recipes accurately to ensure consistent taste and presentation of dishes
- Operated various kitchen equipment such as grills, ovens, fryers, etc., adhering to safety protocols at all times
- Ensured timely preparation of all food items according to ticket orders from servers or waitstaff members
Production Worker at Koch Foods (2017-08 – 2020-10)
- Followed standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure product quality and consistency
- Assisted in the setup and changeover of production lines as needed
- Monitored inventory levels of raw materials and notified appropriate personnel when supplies were running low
- Trained new employees on proper operation of machinery and safety protocols
- Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulations related to health, safety, and environmental standards
- Assisted in the training and development of new team members to ensure a smooth onboarding process
Poultry production Debone at Keystone Foods (2010-02 – 2017-08)
- Operated and maintained poultry processing equipment, ensuring efficient and safe production processes
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily production targets while maintaining high quality standards
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure food safety standards were met
- Operated and maintained cutting equipment such as knives, saws, grinders, and slicers
Assembly Line Worker at Cooper Lightning (2013-05 – 2016-05)
- Performed quality checks on finished products to ensure they meet company standards
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily production targets and maintain workflow efficiency
- Followed safety protocols and maintained a clean and organized work area at all times
- Maintained accurate records of production output, including quantity produced and any defects found
