Prep Cook Resume Samples

Description :

1. Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
2. Maintained a skilled kitchen staff by properly coaching, counseling and disciplining employees.
3. Maintained updated knowledge of local competition and restaurant industry trends.
4. Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, food storage, use of kitchen equipment and utensils, sanitation and safety issues.
5. Actively involved in cost control, sanitation, menu development, training, recruitment, private dining, and catering.
6. Led shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications.
7. Regularly interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

Culinary Arts

Description :

1. Assisted cooks and kitchen staff with various tasks as needed, and provided cooks with needed items.
2. Informed supervisors when supplies were getting low and equipment was not working properly.
3. Placed food trays over food warmers for immediate service, and stored them in refrigerated storage cabinets.
4. Portioned and wrapped the food, and placed it directly on plates for service to patrons.
5. Prepared a variety of foods according to customers orders and supervisor instructions, following approved procedures.
6. Cut, sliced and ground meat, poultry, and seafood to prepare for cooking.
7. Received and stored food supplies, equipment, and utensils in refrigerators, cupboards, and other storage areas.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Culinary Certficiation

Description :

1. Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals and kitchen sanitation.
2. Enhanced and maintained the central standardized recipe and ingredient repository, including nutritional and cost information.
3. Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.
4. Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking, and waste control guidelines.
5. Met production requirements for all aspects of banquet and outlet desserts and breakfast pastries.
6. Accurately and efficiently prepared healthy, delicious fish, meat and vegetable-based dishes.
7. Cooked and served food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portions, temperature control procedures, and facility policies.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

Diploma

Description :

1. Keeps the line cooks stocked with basic, critical items throughout the shift; and cleans, sanitizes, and maintains equipment, utensils, and tools.
2. Developed organization and knife skills to reduce food prep time by 16 percent.
3. Cooked and served food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portions, temperature control procedures, and facility policies.
4. Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
5. Responsibilities plated, prepped, cooked the food and supervised my team.
6. Clean, organize and maintain walk-in refrigerator, reach-in refrigerator, cooler drawers, prep, and dry storage area.
7. Worked as a prep cook, where I would prepare large amounts of food to serve to our guest.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Senior

Education

Liberal Arts

Description :

1. Perform duties which combine preparing and serving food and nonalcoholic beverages.
2. Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, or silverware.
3. Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
4. Prepare a variety of foods, such as meats, vegetables, desserts, according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures.
5. Take and record the temperature of food and food storage areas such as refrigerators and freezers.
6. Monitored freshness of food products helping to reduce spoilage by 11 percent.
7. Ensures the highest quality food is prepared per the exact recipe specifications at all times.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Diploma

Description :

1. Keeps the line cooks stocked with basic, critical items throughout the shift; and cleans, sanitizes, and maintains equipment, utensils, and tools.
2. Ensures the highest quality food is prepared per the exact recipe specifications at all times.
3. Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
4. Properly measures and assembles ingredients required for preparing the standard recipes.
5. Prepare all food items to order, following standard recipes and procedures within specified time limits.
6. Kept kitchen hygiene to health department standards assisted guests with inquiries.
7. Prepare and follow exact recipes, while conducting proper food safety and sanitation methods.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Diploma

Description :

1. Duties included training all new hires, setting a good example for and retraining current employees, managing the kitchen, and handling internal problems throughout the restaurant.
2. Maintained cleanliness of station ensuring sanitary conditions and scoring 95 percent on safety checks.
3. Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces when beginning a new task to avoid cross-contamination.
4. Provided customers with great customer service while serving them products from our chef case as well as handling deli meats and cheese.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Administration and Marketing

Description :

1. Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
2. Led shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications.
3. Properly labeled and stored all raw food ingredients including produce, meat, fish, poultry, dairy and dry goods in the appropriate storage room, walk-in refrigerator, freezer or cooler.
4. Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces when beginning a new task to avoid cross-contamination.
5. Cooked and served food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portions, temperature control procedures and facility policies.
6. Practiced safe food handling procedures at all times accomplishments team leader.
7. Ensures the highest quality food is prepared per the exact recipe specifications at all times.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Culinary Arts

Description :

1. Clean and sanitize all production equipment, surface areas for working and the whole of the kitchen areas as per the cleaning schedules and procedures.
2. Wash dishes and pots, skillfully operate the dishwashing machine and allocate and keep clean utensils, dishes and pots.
3. Adhere to proper food handling techniques and properly balance time use, material, and equipment to avoid unnecessary expense and waste.
4. Strictly follow safety regulations, report unsafe conditions and all injuries and work practices to the supervisor.
5. Keeps the line cooks stocked with basic, critical items throughout the shift; and cleans, sanitizes, and maintains equipment, utensils, and tools.
6. Maintained cleanliness of station ensuring sanitary conditions and scoring 95 percent on safety checks.
7. Monitored freshness of food products helping to reduce spoilage by 11 percent.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

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 store them in refrigerated storage cabinets.
4. Followed food safety procedures according to company policies and health and sanitation regulations.
5. Performed all position responsibilities accurately and in a timely manner.
6. Maintained and managed food and supply inventory with due diligence keeping accurate records.
7. Prepare, chop, clean and cook ingredients as indicated in company recipes.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Associate in Food Safety

Description :

1. Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
2. Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, food storage, use of kitchen equipment and utensils, sanitation and safety issues.
3. Properly labeled and stored all raw food ingredients including produce, meat, fish, poultry, dairy and dry goods in the appropriate storage room, walk-in refrigerator, freezer or cooler.
4. Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches, and surfaces when beginning a new task to avoid cross-contamination.
5. Practiced safe food handling procedures at all times verified the freshness of products upon delivery.
6. Ensure all food and other items are stored properly comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines perform other kitchen duties as assigned.
7. Undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces, parboiling food etc.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

Diploma

Description :

1. Followed all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage to uphold proper health standards.
2. Routinely supported other areas of the restaurant as requested, including special orders.
3. Routinely cleaned work areas, glassware, and silverware throughout each shift.
4. Managed closing duties, including restocking items, developed and maintained positive working relationships with others to reach business goals.
5. Routinely cleaned cookware, counters, floors, storage areas and service refrigerators.
6. Developed organization and knife skills to reduce food prep time by 16 percent.
7. Ensure all food and other items are stored properly comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines perform other kitchen duties as assigned.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Senior

Education

Diploma

Description :

1. Followed all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage to uphold proper health standards.
2. Routinely supported other areas of the restaurant as requested, including special orders.
3. Routinely cleaned work areas, glassware, and silverware throughout each shift.
4. Managed closing duties, including restocking items, developed and maintained positive working relationships with others to reach business goals.
5. Routinely cleaned cookware, counters, floors, storage areas and service refrigerators.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Senior

Education

Diploma

Description :

1. Responsibilities preparing food for both, Delta first class and in house meals.
2. Required to keep a clean and tidy work environment as well as work as a team with new trainees and coworkers.
3. Being able to get along well with coworkers is incredibly important as most daily operations are entirely collaborative.
4. Undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces, parboiling food etc.
5. Prepares minor side dishes as well as helps chefs during the service of meals.
6. Able to handle, cook, and clean deep fryer, industry grills, and stovetops and ovens.
7. Monitored and restocked supplies throughout the day to aid swift, efficient flow for cooks.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Psychology

Description :

1. Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of all food products.
2. Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
3. Consistently tasted, smelled and observed all dishes to ensure they were visually appealing and prepared correctly.
4. Closed down the kitchen after each shift and precisely followed closing checklist for kitchen stations.
5. Mixed, weighed and proofed ingredients in accordance with bakery recipes.
6. Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash etc.
7. Learn different types of cooking styles and are able to explore and learn new ways of cooking.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Senior

Education

Diploma

Description :

1. Completed production chart to ensure product was prepped to standard, labeld, and stored for ready to serve.
2. Completed haccups(temperature chart) before and after shifts also at any needed time.
3. Maintained substantial work ethic and performance to ensure all priorities are met.
4. Followed recipes, according to policy;bake, chop, slice, cut, portion, mix.
5. Always participated in team work, helping and coaching others, as well as training new employees.
6. Preparing all prep orders dating and put away with proper temperature.
7. Practice cleanliness and proper food sanitation standards at all times.

Experience

0-2 Years

Level

Entry Level

Education

Diploma

Description :

1. Follows recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant.
2. Cleans and maintains station in practicing good safety, sanitation, organizational skills.
3. Has understanding and knowledge to properly use and maintain all equipment in station.
4. Assists with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas.
5. Performs additional responsibilities, although not detailed, as requested by the chef, sous chef or kitchen manager at any time.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Diploma

Description :

1. Utilized excellent knife skills to chop, dice, and slice vegetables, carve and grind meats and cheeses.
2. Maintained cleanliness of station, ensuring standard sanitary conditions by mopping, washing dishes and work stations.
3. Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing and sanitizing dishes and surfaces.
4. Ensuring that all meats, fish, and vegetables are cut and stored correctly.
5. Properly measures and assembles ingredients required for preparing the standard recipes.
6. Ensured the food being served was always fresh and had undergone the proper food handling procedure.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Senior

Education

BS in Culinary Arts

Description :

1. Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash etc.
2. Undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces, parboiling food etc.
3. Use many skills such as slicing and dicing, cooking and cleaning.
4. Followed proper food handling methods and maintained the correct temperature of all food products.
5. Open kitchen, plan and prepare meals for a hot table in MSP airport.
6. Ability to work under pressure and to complete my meals by the deadline.
7. Use and care of all kitchen equipment including coolers, freezers, dishwashers, gas-ranges, convection ovens, deli-slicers, and other basic equipment.

Experience

0-2 Years

Level

Junior

Education

Culinary Arts

Description :

1. Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces, or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices.
2. Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
3. Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
4. Collected and prepared fresh ingredients, such as washing, cutting, and peeling vegetables, cleaning and cutting various meats and seafood, etc.
5. Assisted the senior cooks in the kitchen with meal preparation and basic cooking.
6. Aside from prep duties, I perform catering deliveries to the downtown grand rapids area as well.
7. Wash dishes by hand in a three sink compartment using environmentally friendly dish soap and sanitizer.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

Diploma