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Paris Fairbanks

Cook

Summary

Dedicated, Talented and Hard-Working Team-Leader for Supervisor with 15+ years with a strong background in customer service, Team Building and Management. I am looking for a new challenge in an ever evolving gaming enterprise with Fortune Bay Resort Casino! I have participated in a multitude of OJT Coarses and Managers in Training Programs and Ecceleration Siminars etc. whenever possible. I have gained invaluable knowledge and exclusive insights relating to the restaurant and hospitality industry in my working experiences. 15+ proud years of dedication to the food and service industries.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Grill Supervisor

Fortune Bay Resort Casino
06.2024 - Current
  • This is an exceptional opportunity to work at Award Winning Fortune Bay Resort Casino
  • Professional appearance and curate self-grooming and demeanor
  • Standard knowledge of the main kitchen operating procedures
  • Knowledge of current regulations and of the main safety standards
  • Using kitchen machinery & food preservation and preparation techniques
  • Certification of Food Handlers License & Managers License ServSafe
  • Able to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays and extended hours
  • Working knowledge of weights, measures and various cooking techniques
  • Worked with departments across the company, including Banquets Server, Bar Server, implemented and developed new ideas, initiatives, products, and services

Kitchen Lead

David Fong's Chinese Restaurant
04.2013 - 03.2019
  • Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines
  • Reduced food costs by using seasonal ingredients, setting standards for portion size and minimizing waste
  • Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards
  • Maintained updated knowledge of local competition and restaurant industry trends
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, food storage, use of kitchen equipment and utensils, sanitation and safety issues
  • Actively involved in cost control, sanitation, menu development, training, recruitment, private dining and catering
  • Inspected kitchen to observe food preparation quality, service, appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas

Float Cook/Relief Chef

Various Contract Positions-Kelly Staffing
06.2009 - 04.2015
  • Consistently provided friendly guest service and heartfelt hospitality
  • Promptly and empathetically handled guest concerns and complaints
  • Demonstrated integrity and honesty while interacting with guests, team members and managers
  • Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service
  • Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume, fast-paced operations
  • Built loyal clientele through friendly interactions and consistent appreciation

Kitchen Porter

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel
10.2007 - 06.2009
  • Ensured Kitchens were clean and orderly and helped with basic food preparations
  • Utilized knowledge of proper sanitation to industry standards
  • Washed dishes, equipment and utensils so they are ready to be used and meet sanitation regulations
  • Worked well under pressure in multiple fast paced, high-volume atmospheres within casino restaurants
  • Took initiative to Inventory Support: Helped kitchen managers manage inventory by organizing and rotating food storage and letting them know when items needed to be ordered

Education

HS Diploma -

Four Directions Charter School
Minneapolis, MN
06.2007

Skills

  • Strong cooking technical knowledge, advanced knife handling, Team Leadership, promote learning/training environment for all kitchen staff, provide constructive performance feedback to team, practice open, authentic dialogue with restaurant team
  • Employee motivation
  • Task delegation
  • Waste reduction
  • Ordering supplies

Certification

ServSafe Food Handlers, ServSafe Managers License, Intent on expanding on more certifications, licenses, etc.

Awards

Pathways Nominee Awarded for Outstanding Service

Timeline

Grill Supervisor

Fortune Bay Resort Casino
06.2024 - Current

Kitchen Lead

David Fong's Chinese Restaurant
04.2013 - 03.2019

Float Cook/Relief Chef

Various Contract Positions-Kelly Staffing
06.2009 - 04.2015

Kitchen Porter

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel
10.2007 - 06.2009

HS Diploma -

Four Directions Charter School

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