Dedicated culinary with experience in food preparation and kitchen safety. Proven ability to collaborate with team members to ensure timely meal service while upholding strict sanitation standards.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Manitou Bar & Kitchen
White Bear Lake
03.2025 - Current
Prepared ingredients and menu items following established recipes and standards.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
Communicated effectively with front-of-house staff regarding special requests or dietary needs.
Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Cook
Famous Daves BBQ
Coon Rapids
08.2022 - Current
Prepared ingredients and menu items following established recipes and standards.
Monitored food quality and presentation to meet restaurant standards consistently.
Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.