Cook Resume Samples

Description :

1. Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
2. Managed kitchen staff by recruiting, selecting, hiring, orienting, training, assigning, scheduling, supervising, evaluating and enforcing discipline when necessary.
3. Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
4. Developed menus, pricing and special food offerings to increase revenue and customer satisfaction.
5. Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, food storage, use of kitchen equipment and utensils, sanitation and safety issues.
6. Actively involved in cost control, sanitation, menu development, training, recruitment, private dining, and catering.
7. Ensured all staff understood the expectations and parameters of kitchen goals and daily kitchen work.
8. Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals and kitchen sanitation.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Senior

Education

High School Diploma

Description :

1. Prepared specialty foods such as pizzas and sandwiches, following specific methods that required quick prep time.
2. Prepared a variety of foods according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures.
3. Placed food trays over food warmers for immediate service or stored them in refrigerated storage cabinets.
4. Followed food safety procedures according to company policies and health and sanitation regulations.
5. Prepared quality products while maintaining proper food safety practices, portion control and presentation within service goal times.
6. Maintained a clean and safe environment, including in the kitchen, bathrooms, building exterior, parking lot, dumpster and sidewalk.
7. Cooked and packaged large batches of food that were prepared to order or kept hot until needed.
8. Immediately informed supervisors when supplies were low or if the equipment was not functioning properly.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

High School

Description :

1. Inspected and cleaned food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces, or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices.
2. Ensured food is stored and cooked at correct temperature by regulating the temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
3. Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
4. Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
5. Weighed, measured, and mixed ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
6. Portioned, arranged, and garnished food, and served food to waiters or patrons.
7. Observed and tested foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils.
8. Washed, peeled, cut, and seeded fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption management.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

HS in High School

Description :

1. Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
2. Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
3. Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, food storage, use of kitchen equipment and utensils, sanitation and safety issues.
4. Regularly interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
5. Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals and kitchen sanitation.
6. Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches, and surfaces when beginning a new task to avoid cross-contamination.
7. Cooked and served food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portions, temperature control procedures, and facility policies.
8. Prepared food for both retail and party guests according to tickets and or contract.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

AAS in Culinary Arts

Description :

1. Enforced appropriate work-flow and quality controls for food quality and temperature.
2. Developed strategies to enhance catering and retail food service revenue and productivity goals.
3. Provided nutritious, safe, visually appealing, innovative and properly prepared and flavored food.
4. Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces, and salads.
5. Prepared for each shift by placing a clean cutting board and utensil bath at workstation.
6. Consistently tasted, smelled and observed all dishes to ensure they were visually appealing and prepared correctly.
7. Displayed a positive and friendly attitude towards customers and fellow team members.
8. Mixed, weighed and proofed ingredients in accordance with bakery recipes.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

General Education

Description :

1. Worked in the kitchen and was fully trained in every aspect of the kitchen.
2. Responsible for prep work, preparing food in advance as well as delegating responsibility to other cooks before, during, and after the dinner rush.
3. Cleaned floors to ceilings, including fridges, prep areas, and cooking stations.
4. Maintained cleanliness and presentation of stock room and production floor.
5. Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints in a timely and empathetic manner.
6. Responsible for making sure all foods a temped at the desired temperature for serving.
7. Maintained a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.
8. Verified that the prepared food meets the company's standards, in terms of quality as well as quantity.
9. Applied the basics of cleaning and preparing the food areas, the utensils, and various cooking surfaces.

Experience

0-2 Years

Level

Entry Level

Education

Diploma

Description :

1. Responsibilities include cleaning food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
2. Cooked the exact number of items ordered by each customer, working on several different orders simultaneously.
3. Prepared specialty foods following specific methods that usually require short preparation time.
4. Read food order slips or receive verbal instructions as to food required by patron, and prepare and cook food according to instructions.
5. Scheduled activities and equipment use with managers, using information about daily menus to help coordinate cooking times.
6. Prepared items required for work station according to instructions from the chef.
7. Charged with preparing all grilled foods, quality, presentation, and waste control.
8. Took necessary steps to meet customer needs and effectively resolve food or service issues recorded customer's orders and repeated them back in a clear, understandable manner.

Experience

0-2 Years

Level

Entry Level

Education

High School Diploma

Description :

1. Inspected food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices.
2. Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
3. Portioned, arranged, and garnished food, and served food to waiters or patrons.
4. Prepare, season, and cook dishes such as soups, meats, vegetables in the restaurant.
5. Appropriately suggested additional items to the guest to increase restaurant sales, regularly checked on guests to ensure satisfaction with each food course and beverages.
6. Assisted guests with making menu choices in an informative and helpful fashion.
7. Ensured the accuracy and consistency of food quality inventory and multitasking.
8. Efficiently cooked orders based on established recipes, modifying as needed per guest requests.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

Bachelor Of Science

Description :

1. Followed all food sanitization guidelines and proper labeling and storage of food products.
2. Measured and assembled ingredients and prepared items according to recipes and menu specification.
3. Grilled, deep fried, baked, broiled, and microwaved raw and prepped foods as designated by the predetermined menu.
4. Carried pans, kettles, and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
5. Contributed to teamwork by training and helping co-workers, communicating needs to the supervisor and implementing feedback for improvement.
6. Cooked and packaged batches of food, such as hamburgers and fried chicken, which are prepared to order or kept warm until sold.
7. Performed defined work routines, using various cooking utensils, supplies, and equipment as assigned by the manager.
8. Trained new employees on company policies dealing with cleanliness, temperatures, recipes, and other company standards.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

High School Diploma

Description :

1. Preparing high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery and service schedules.
2. Serving meals or preparing for delivery by using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards, ensuring that food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty. Tastes all prepared food items.
3. Setting up stations and collect all necessary supplies to prepare menu for service.
4. Preparing a variety of foods; meat, seafood, poultry, vegetable, and cold food items.
5. Using food preparation tools in accordance with manufactures instructions.
6. Closing the kitchen correctly and follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations.
7. Making sure all storage areas are tidy and all products are stored appropriately.
8. Preparing specialty salads, salad dressings, and special food items for service.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Management

Education

Associates Of Applied Science