Kduss Bekele

Thank you for the opportunity to apply for the food preparation, line cooking role at your company. After reviewing your job description, you are looking for a candidate that is extremely familiar with the responsibilities associated with the role and can perform them confidently. Given these requirements, I am certain that I have the necessary skills to successfully do the job adeptly and perform above expectations.

To contribute significantly to the success of a reputable organization, by utilizing my education, prior career experience, and skills acquired in various educational settings. Team-oriented Prep Cook with 1.5 years of hands-on experience preparing food in fast-paced eating environments. Skilled in kitchen sanitization, basic cooking and ingredient measurement and assembly.

Hardworking and punctual individual possessing excellent manual dexterity and familiarity of kitchen safety and health rules.

Prep Cook at The Cheesecake Factory (2022-08 – Present)

• Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, such as washing, peeling, cutting and slicing vegetables.
• Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
• Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
• Measured ingredients accurately using measuring cups and spoons.
• Kept the kitchen area clean at all times during shifts.
• Maintained clean and orderly kitchen by regularly washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces and taking out trash.
• Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
• Utilized excellent knife skills to chop and slice vegetables and carve and grind meats and cheeses.
• Sliced meats to prepare for cooking and assembly of menu items.

Deli Clerk at Giant Food (2020-08 – 2022-09)

• Completed orders by slicing, weighing, packaging and pricing meats and cheeses.
• Stored perishable food items in freezer or refrigerator to protect from spoilage.
• Sanitized and kept work areas tidy by cleaning surfaces, equipment and floors, removing trash and maintaining machinery.
• Followed recipes and customer requests to prepare high-quality, delicious meals.
• Distributed new item samples to customers to provide opportunities for individuals to try products before purchase.
• Checked and recorded refrigerator and freezer temperatures daily to verify proper working conditions.
• Documented and entered special orders for event catering and party trays.
• Stayed calm and professional in situations and resolved conflicts to customer satisfaction.
• Cleaned utensils, dishes and glasses for customer use.
• Worked with customers placing large or specialized orders, providing samples and recommendations and responding to requests.
• Gave exceptional customer service to guests during peak business periods, resulting in increased sales and [Number]% boost in revenues.
• Communicated effectively with deli counter customers to answer questions and make recommendations.
• Completed orders according to customer preferences, improving patron retention [Number]%.

Dishwasher at The Cheesecake Factory (2021-09 – 2022-08)

• Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
• Operated industrial dishwashers to clean plates, glasses, silverware, and cooking utensils.
• Loaded dirty dishes into the dishwasher racks and unloaded clean dishes from the washer onto carts or shelves.
• Stocked service areas with clean plates, bowls, cups, and other items as needed.

Counselor's Assistant at Lincolnia community center (2019-07 – 2019-08)

• Distributed food and resources to families in need.
• Supported in the facilitation of distribution, including organizing and recording pertinent information.
• Responded to walk-in emergencies and ensured that clients were registered and given proper resources.
• Ensured that clients' needs were met on a consistent basis.
• Promoted the educational development of youth by engaging them with a variety of curriculum.
• Promoted the cognitive, emotional, and social development of youth on a daily basis.
• Prepared food and other nutritious meals for youth that attended the program.

High School Diploma – Annandale High School