Enthusiastic cook eager to develop high-quality menus for new and established restaurants. Reliable, hardworking and driven to give guests top-quality foods.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
Callahan's Seafood Bar And Grill
03.2025 - Current
Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
Implemented proper cleaning procedures, ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen workspace compliant with health department regulations.
Increased kitchen productivity by optimizing workflow processes and delegating tasks appropriately within the team.
Led kitchen team during high-volume service times, ensuring seamless operation and guest satisfaction.
Line Cook
Callahan's Seafood Bar And Grill
01.2024 - Current
Managed the entire cooking line single-handedly during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Server
Callahan's Seafood Bar And Grill
01.2022 - Current
Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.
Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied customers.
Shift Leader
Ruby Tuesday
09.2020 - 01.2025
Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
Maintained a clean and safe work environment while ensuring all employees adhered to ServSafe standards.
Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
Collaborated with other shift leaders to maintain consistent standards across all shifts, promoting a cohesive workplace culture.
Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, maintaining accurate records and minimizing discrepancies.
Server
Ruby Tuesday
07.2019 - 09.2020
Demonstrated strong multitasking skills and attention to detail by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Cultivated warm relationships with regular guests.
Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
Manager/Restaurant Owner at Crabdaddy's Seafood Bar & Grill/Woodlands SeafoodManager/Restaurant Owner at Crabdaddy's Seafood Bar & Grill/Woodlands Seafood