Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Accomplishments
Certification
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Alyson Gaines

Lithonia

Summary

Accomplished and innovative Skilled Chef with over a decade of experience in culinary arts. Demonstrated success in menu planning, recipe development, and team leadership. Passionate about creating memorable dining experiences.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cook 2

Compass Group USA ( Bank of America Building)
08.2024 - Current
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.

Kitchen Supervisor

Centenary College Of Louisiana
10.2022 - 11.2023
  • Oversaw inventory control and food cost management to ensure profitability.
  • Collaborated with management team on menu development and special event planning.
  • Implemented food safety and hygiene procedures to maintain health department standards.
  • Managed and trained kitchen staff in food preparation, organization, and cleaning duties.

1st Cook (Action Station)

NCR Global Headquarters (bon appetite)
11.2019 - 01.2020
  • Expertly execute customized dishes for customers at live action station.
  • Train new staff on station procedures and menu items.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstation to exceed health standards.
  • Collaborate with team to ensure smooth and efficient service.

Action Station Cook

Holy Innocents' Episcopal School (sage Dining)
11.2018 - 12.2019
  • Skilled in preparing made-to-order dishes and interacting with guests in high-pressure environment.
  • Proficient in executing a variety of cooking techniques such as grilling, sautéing, and frying.
  • Experienced in following recipes and maintaining food safety standards in fast-paced kitchen setting.

Chef

Porsche experience center (bon Appétite)
08.2016 - 11.2018
  • Skilled in event setup, serving, and clean-up, ensuring a seamless catering experience.
  • Proficient in plating up dishes with precision and attention to detail.
  • Skilled at coordinating with kitchen staff to ensure timely and efficient service.
  • Successfully prepared high volume of food items for busy restaurant service.

Education

GED/ Culinary certification -

Job corps
Atlanta, GA
12.2014

Skills

  • Menu planning
  • Culinary creativity
  • Problem-solving
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Customer service
  • Cooking
  • Food handling
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Food preparation

Languages

French
Advanced. Diploma in Advanced French

Accomplishments

Promoted from grill op to sous chef

Certification

culinary certification from job corps

Timeline

Cook 2

Compass Group USA ( Bank of America Building)
08.2024 - Current

Kitchen Supervisor

Centenary College Of Louisiana
10.2022 - 11.2023

1st Cook (Action Station)

NCR Global Headquarters (bon appetite)
11.2019 - 01.2020

Action Station Cook

Holy Innocents' Episcopal School (sage Dining)
11.2018 - 12.2019

Chef

Porsche experience center (bon Appétite)
08.2016 - 11.2018

GED/ Culinary certification -

Job corps
Alyson Gaines