Dedicated culinary professional specializing in grill operations and food safety. Proven ability to train staff and maintain kitchen organization, contributing to seamless meal preparation and high-quality service.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Grill Cook
Logan's Roadhouse
West Monroe
05.2019 - Current
Maintained grill area cleanliness and organization to ensure safety and efficiency.
Grilled meats and vegetables to perfection using designated cooking techniques.
Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate meal preparation and timing.
Monitored food quality and temperature during cooking to meet restaurant standards.
Operated grill equipment safely while following health regulations and guidelines.
Trained new cooks on grilling techniques, kitchen procedures, and safety protocols.
Assisted in inventory management by tracking supplies for the grill station.
Communicated effectively with servers to ensure timely order delivery and customer satisfaction.
Made sure that all orders were filled in an accurate and timely manner.
Followed proper sanitation procedures during food preparation and storage.
Cleaned and organized grilling area, stocked supplies, and prepared food items to order.
Broiler Cook
Texas Roadhouse
West Monroe
08.2023 - 10.2025
Monitored food stock levels and placed orders for necessary items when needed.
Kept records of inventory levels, production schedules, and waste management logs.
Maintained a safe working environment by following all safety regulations.
Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
Managed inventory of broiler supplies to ensure availability during shifts.
Followed recipes accurately to maintain consistency across dishes.
Assisted in training new cooks on kitchen procedures and equipment use.
Monitored cooking times and temperatures for optimal food safety.
Collaborated with team members to coordinate meal timing and service efficiency.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and cooking stations.
Prepared and cooked a variety of broiler menu items to ensure quality.
Chef
Bob Baumhower
Huntsville
03.2008 - 11.2018
Prepared diverse menu items using fresh, local ingredients.
Managed kitchen staff to ensure smooth daily operations.
Developed new recipes to enhance menu offerings and customer satisfaction.
Maintained kitchen cleanliness and adhered to food safety regulations.
Collaborated with suppliers to source quality ingredients for dishes.
Trained new chefs on cooking techniques and kitchen protocols.
Oversaw inventory management to minimize waste and optimize resources.
Coordinated special events and catered functions for community engagement.
Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
Checked quality of raw materials before use.
Stored foods correctly using correct storage containers and labelling systems.
Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
Inspected kitchen equipment for cleanliness and functionality prior to use.
Exercised portion control for items served, eliminating waste.
Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
Education
8 Chef Masters One Corporate Training Degree - Culinary
Aloha Hospitality International
Birmingham, AL
05-2012
Skills
Grill operation
Food safety
Inventory management
Cooking techniques
Order accuracy
Menu planning
Kitchen organization
Team collaboration
Time management
Customer service
Training staff
Effective communication
Problem solving
Ingredients measuring
Attention to detail
Timeline
Broiler Cook
Texas Roadhouse
08.2023 - 10.2025
Grill Cook
Logan's Roadhouse
05.2019 - Current
Chef
Bob Baumhower
03.2008 - 11.2018
8 Chef Masters One Corporate Training Degree - Culinary