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David Wharton

Athens

Summary

Culinary professional skilled in various cooking techniques and efficient kitchen operations. Demonstrated success in crafting visually appealing and flavorful dishes while ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Collaborative team player dedicated to maintaining high quality and fostering innovation in dynamic environments.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook

Fully Loaded Pizza
08.2025 - Current


  • Complied with health and safety regulations through rigorous sanitation practices.
  • Executed timely meal preparations during peak hours to meet customer demand.
  • Demonstrated multitasking capabilities by managing multiple orders with high accuracy.
  • Followed recipes and portion control guidelines for consistent food preparation.
  • Optimized productivity by prioritizing kitchen tasks and preparing workstations for service

Sue Chef

College Fresh
09.2023 - Current
  • Executed breakfast preparation from 5 AM to 10 AM, ensuring quality and freshness throughout service.
  • Assisted chef with lunch preparations to boost kitchen operational efficiency.
  • Conducted thorough cleaning of breakfast and lunch stations post-service to uphold service standards.
  • Maintained lunch service by replenishing food items and ensuring product freshness.
  • Trained kitchen staff in various preparation tasks under pressure to improve performance.
  • Managed food preparation during peak periods, ensuring timely execution of all orders.

Cook

Dave & Buster's
02.2022 - 06.2023
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • 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.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.

Merchandiser

PepsiCo
10.2017 - 11.2021
  • Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
  • Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
  • Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
  • Managed inventory levels with regular monitoring, ordering, and stock replenishment for optimal product availability.

Grinder/Machine Operator

Exspress Employment
01.2014 - 01.2017

Lead Line Cook

Tooeys
04.2012 - 01.2016
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, fostering a strong sense of teamwork.
  • Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
  • Trained junior cooks on proper cooking techniques, safety protocols, and kitchen etiquette, promoting a positive work environment.
  • Maintained high-quality food standards by ensuring consistent execution of recipes and presentation techniques.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.

Education

GED -

Gwinnett Technical College
Lawrenceville, GA
05.2013

Skills

  • Warehouse and cleaning expertise
  • Forklift operation
  • Cash handling and merchandising
  • Culinary management
  • Effective communication
  • Catering and food service
  • Lean manufacturing and quality control
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Manufacturing skills
  • Food handling and preparation
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Kitchen organization
  • Attention to food safety procedures
  • Knife skills
  • Food waste reduction strategies
  • Food plating and presentation techniques
  • Portion control

Affiliations

Available upon request

Timeline

Cook

Fully Loaded Pizza
08.2025 - Current

Sue Chef

College Fresh
09.2023 - Current

Cook

Dave & Buster's
02.2022 - 06.2023

Merchandiser

PepsiCo
10.2017 - 11.2021

Grinder/Machine Operator

Exspress Employment
01.2014 - 01.2017

Lead Line Cook

Tooeys
04.2012 - 01.2016

GED -

Gwinnett Technical College

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