A Food Service Cook is responsible for preparing awesome dishes, and ensuring the kitchen and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained. A well-written Food Service Cook Resume mentions the following core duties – prepping meals by weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients; cooking meals, checking ingredients for freshness, arranging and garnishing the dishes; preparing awesome meals; mixing and prepping ingredients according to recipes, checking food and ingredients for freshness, arranging and garnishing dished, ensuring the kitchen area, equipment, and utensils are cleaned; and leading the kitchen staff.
Those possessing the following skills are normally preferred – a thorough experience with hot and cold food preparation, good working knowledge of accepted sanitation standards and health codes, the ability to use slicers, mixers, grinders, and food processors; and the ability to handle work in a fast-paced environment. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. A culinary school degree is an asset.
Objective : Excellent expertise in working with the public on a day-to-day basis. Focused and hardworking; a very effective team player with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated success in project management and customer support; with definite abilities in leadership, planning, and organizational skills and team building.
Skills : Excellent Verbal And Written Communication, Cooking Skills.
Description :
Cleaned work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
Prepared a variety of foods according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures.
Packaged take-out foods and/or serve food to customers.
Portioned and wrapped the food, or place it directly on plates for service to patrons.
Placed food trays over food warmers for immediate service, or store them in refrigerated storage cabinets.
Informed supervisors when supplies are getting low or equipment is not working properly.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
High School Diploma
Food Service Cook Resume
Headline : To establish a long-term career in a company where I may utilize my Food Service Cook professional skills and knowledge to be an effective Associate Program Manager and inspiration to those around me.
Skills : Customer Service, Planning Skills.
Description :
Greeted customers entering establishments.
Answered customers' questions, and provide information on procedures or policies.
Served food to facility residents, employees, or patrons.
Cleaned and inspected galley equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
Taken inventory of supplies and equipment.
Trained new employees.
Issued receipts, refunds, credits, or change due to customers.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Associate Of Science
Food Service Cook Resume
Headline : To obtain a Food Service Cook position in the service industry that will allow for personal growth and career advancement.
Skills : Cooking, Food Protection.
Description :
Performed cooking duties as prescribed by the Armed Forces Recipes using all methods of cooking such as frying, baking and roasting.
Followed standardized guidelines in accordance with safety regulations with value to cooking temperature, portion control, and progressive cooking.
Prepared four meals; transfers cooked food to serving units and prepares other necessary food items as required by the 28-Day CONOPS Menu.
Prepared serving lines, garnish food items, and apply food protection and sanitation measures in the dining facility.
Ensured that food line displays are properly set up and assisted with the serving line when required.
Monitored and annotated temperatures of the serving line items, and the cooking and cool down process using the DA Form 7458-7459-7460.
Performed general housekeeping duties.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Diploma In Education
Food Service Cook Resume
Objective : Fast learning, honest, organized, and efficient individual capable of excelling in fast-paced multitasking environments and able to prioritize effectively to accomplish objectives with creativity, enthusiasm, and humor.
Skills : Food Service, Short order cook.
Description :
Prepared and/or cooked menu items listed on the production schedule.
Set up serving lines, garnishing food items, and applying food protection and sanitation measures.
Provided technical guidance to lower-grade personnel in garrison and field kitchen operations.
Ensured that proper procedures, temperatures, and time periods are adhered to during food preparation.
Received and stored subsistence items.
Operated, maintained, and cleaned field kitchen equipment Performing preventive maintenance on garrison and field kitchen equipment.
Greeted guests with a smile.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BS In Education
Food Service Cook Resume
Headline : A courteous dedicated individual seeking a rewarding position as a medical assistant. Offering knowledge of patient care while providing outstanding customer service.
Skills : Customer Service, Monitoring Skills.
Description :
Managed customer eating areas for safety and cleanliness Stocked and maintained sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.
Greeted all customers pleasantly.
Maintained knowledge of all products.
Answered questions about menu items.
Assisted in the transfer of equipment from storage.
Monitored inventory of supplies.
Received food and drink orders from customers.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
High School Diploma
Food Service Cook Resume
Headline : Acquire a position as a Food Service Cook to provide the opportunity to utilize my education and skills relevant to the position requirements.
Skills : FMCSA drug screen collector, Investigating Skills.
Description :
Cleaned, cut, and cooked meat, fish, and poultry.
Washed, trimmed, and prepared vegetables and meats for cooking.
Cooked vegetables and baked bread.
Planned menus and ordered foodstuffs.
Inventoried supplies of food and prepared requisitions.
Conferred with food preparation and other personnel to plan menus and related activities, such as dining room, bar, and banquet operations.
Investigated and resolved food quality and service complaints.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
MS
Food Service Cook Resume
Summary : As a Food Service Cook, responsible for Organizing, prioritizing, and coordinating separate production activities of multiple meal tickets to ensure that all plates meet the standards for quality, temperature, and presentation, and also Giving priority to Diabetic trays and trays that have been in the queue for a longer time.
Skills : FCC license, Service Management.
Description :
Prepared and cooked large quantities of food for hospital patients and the cafeteria.
Cooked and baked meat, fish, and poultry.
Prepared meals according to menus, special dietary restrictions, and a number of portions to be served.
Set up and maintained hot bar for cafeteria.
Catered meals for administrative staff and physicians.
Cleaned and inspected galley equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
Directed activities of workers who assisted in preparing and serving meals.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Diploma
Food Service Cook Resume
Summary : To obtain a part-time Food Service Cook position with an emphasis on Sales Support/Office Management utilizing extensive experience and skills. Productive in contributing effectively towards the objectives of a team, and is able to share knowledge, ideas, and information.
Skills : Inventory Management, Customer Service.
Description :
Highly skilled in preparing, seasoning, and cooking a wide range of foods, including soups, salads, entrees, and desserts.
Hands-on experienced in baking, roasting, grilling, boiling, and frying meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
Knowledged of checking the freshness of raw food and ingredients before cooking.
Proven ability to clean work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
Trained substitute kitchen staff.
Performed simple food preparation tasks such as making sandwiches, carving meats, and brewing coffee.
Accepted payments, and make changes or write charge slips as necessary.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Associates Degree In Applied Science
Food Service Cook Resume
Objective : Seeking a Food Service Cook position with an organization desiring professional workers with diverse experience and training.
Skills : Planning Skills, Maintenance Skills.
Description :
Prepared orders in a fast-paced environment to customer's exact specifications.
Worked and trained with other employees creating a productive team environment.
Maintained sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.
Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils following state regulations.
Worked approximately 20 hours a week while attending high school.
Taken food and drink orders.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Diploma
Food Service Cook Resume
Headline : Seeking a Food Service Cook position with a company that will require me to utilize my skills, abilities, and experience in the field to ensure the company's success.
Skills : Preparation Skills, Serving Skills.
Description :
Participated in the preparation and serving of food, using standardized recipes.
Operated in all areas of kitchen duties.
Operated the Nutri Kids point of a sale computer program that tracks sales of meals, including free and reduced meals.
Trained to act as a manager in her absence.
Responsible for making decisions for a team of 4 other employees and closing the day-end paperwork.
Responsible for cooking and baking all food items.
Responsible for selling the snack bar line to middle school students.
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