Cedrick Rivers
Macon,GA
Summary
Flexible Cook willing to work weekends, holidays and evenings. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments in team setting. Background in maintaining kitchen sanitation, preparing basic components of dishes and working within team of cooks.
Talented Cook with excellent experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with cashiers and kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking with up-to-date food handling permit.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Line Cook
Texas Borders Bar & Grill
Macon, GA
02.2020 - 07.2024
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Cook
Krystal's Restaurant
04.2016 - 10.2017
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- 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 food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Cook
Wendys Restaurant
11.2016 - 06.2017
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- 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.
Owner
RC Lawn Care S=Service
06.2013 - 07.2016
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
Cook
Aj Wings
03.2012 - 09.2013
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- 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 food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Bagger and Stock
Piggly Wiggly Grocery Store
04.2012 - 12.2012
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently bagging groceries and handling fragile items with care.
- Assisted customers by escorting and placing grocery bags in vehicles.
- Maintained customer satisfaction by assisting with carrying out goods.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries and assisting with locating products.
- Worked together with cashiers to guarantee customer satisfaction.
- Placed customer's purchased goods into bags, maximizing space while avoiding overloading.
- Assisted with maintaining clean and organized store appearance.
- Contributed to positive work culture through effective communication and collaboration with coworkers.
- Demonstrated flexibility in scheduling, adapting to various shifts as needed to support the store''s operational needs.
Laborer
Badboy Concrete
05.2006 - 11.2009
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Supported construction projects by assisting with heavy equipment operations and manual labor tasks.
- Enhanced project timelines by collaborating effectively with team members on various tasks.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Assisted in reducing material waste by accurately measuring, cutting, and assembling materials as needed.
- Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Delivered consistent results under challenging weather conditions or other external factors affecting productivity.
- Demonstrated flexibility with shifting responsibilities based on project needs, contributing to overall productivity levels.
- Upheld company reputation for quality workmanship through dedication to best practices within the laborer role.
- Facilitated timely project completions by consistently meeting deadlines for assigned tasks.
Flattop Cook
Krystal's Restaurant
10.2006 - 12.2007
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- 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 food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
Flattop Cook
Chili's Bar and Grill
08.2001 - 02.2004
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- 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 food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Ensured compliance with all food safety regulations, maintaining record of excellence in health inspections.
Breakfast Cook
Burger King
01.2000 - 07.2001
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
Breakfast Cook
Burger King
05.1998 - 08.2000
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
Education
GED -
Techinal College System of Georgia
05.2001 -
Skills
Ingredient preparation
Food presentation
Food safety
Kitchen operations
Following cooking methods
Food safety standards
Active listener
Food spoilage prevention
Team collaboration
Highly motivated
Certification
Servesafe Food Handler Training
Timeline
Floor Tech
03-2023
Food Server Worker
06-2021
Servesafe Food Handler Training
05-2021
Line Cook
Texas Borders Bar & Grill
02.2020 - 07.2024
Cook
Wendys Restaurant
11.2016 - 06.2017
Cook
Krystal's Restaurant
04.2016 - 10.2017
Owner
RC Lawn Care S=Service
06.2013 - 07.2016
Bagger and Stock
Piggly Wiggly Grocery Store
04.2012 - 12.2012
Cook
Aj Wings
03.2012 - 09.2013
Flattop Cook
Krystal's Restaurant
10.2006 - 12.2007
Laborer
Badboy Concrete
05.2006 - 11.2009
Flattop Cook
Chili's Bar and Grill
08.2001 - 02.2004
GED -
Techinal College System of Georgia
05.2001 -
Breakfast Cook
Burger King
01.2000 - 07.2001
Breakfast Cook
Burger King
05.1998 - 08.2000
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