Keishon Giles
Monroe
Summary
Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Motivated professional with several years of experience preparing delicious meals for customers. Polished in following proper food handling methods and maintaining correct temperature of food products. Creative and artistic professional committed to strengthening kitchen team with better collaboration, recipes and cooking techniques.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
The Roe
Monroe
04.2025 - 01.2026
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items and specials.
- Cooked and plated dishes according to restaurant standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service.
- Followed food safety guidelines and sanitation practices.
Kitchen Manager
South on Broad
Monroe
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Managed kitchen operations to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality food preparation.
- Trained and supervised kitchen staff on food safety and sanitation practices.
- Developed menus and weekly specials
- Ordered supplies and maintained inventory levels for kitchen operations.
- Implemented cost control measures to optimize food production expenses.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff for smooth service during peak hours.
- Oversaw equipment maintenance to ensure operational readiness in the kitchen.
- Enforced health regulations to maintain cleanliness and safety standards in the kitchen.
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Performed weekly inventories of food items stored in refrigerators or freezers.
Trim Post operator
Michelin Tire
Covington
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Operated machinery for tire production, ensuring quality standards were met.
- Monitored production lines for efficiency and safety compliance.
- Maintained equipment by performing routine inspections and minor repairs.
Line cook/Kitchen Lead
Silver Queen
Monroe
03.2020 - 11.2021
- Food prep
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on procedures and recipes.
- Making sure the walk-in is organized
- Making sure food items are up to date
- Placing product orders when needed
- Prepared ingredients and dishes according to restaurant standards.
Line cook/server
South on Broad
Monroe
06.2019 - 03.2020
- My main role is to run the sauté side of the line. I've also been trained recently to run the point position on the line.
- Recently in the last two months, I've also been trained as a server. Majority of my experience is in the kitchen, but I'm hungry to learn more and work in the front of the house.
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items and special dishes.
- Operated kitchen equipment, ensuring proper usage and maintenance.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen areas, following health and safety regulations.
- Communicated effectively with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
Line Cook/Supervisor/Kitchen Manager
The Cotton Cafe
Monroe
07.2014 - 03.2019
- Preparing all menu items, and handling prep work
- Opening and closing kitchen
- Getting order list together
- Preparing soups
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies to maintain stock availability.
- Trained new cooks on menu items and kitchen procedures for consistent quality.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in food handling practices.
- Coordinated daily shifts to optimize workflow during peak service hours.
- Implemented standard operating procedures to improve kitchen efficiency and organization.
- Monitored equipment performance and coordinated maintenance for optimal operation.
- Directed, supervised, and trained line cooks in preparation of dishes according to recipes and established standards.
Sous Chef
George Walton Academy
Monroe
02.2017 - 07.2018
- Responsibilities include:
- Helping to prepare breakfast items
- Assisting the executive chef with the lunch menu items
- Preparing the side options for lunch
Line Cook
Cafe Intermezzo
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Prepped food to be used throughout the day
- Worked with salads, Panini's, pastas, fish, and chicken entrees
- Worked with crepes
Education
High school diploma -
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
High school diploma -
Monroe Area High School
Skills
- Kitchen
- Scheduling
- Ordering
- Time Management
- Cooking
- Line cook
- Team Player
- Management
- Culinary Experience
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Catering
- Food Preparation
- Food Safety
- Restaurant Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Banquet Experience
- Successful leader
- Highly organized
- Multi-task
- Professional demeanor
- Attentive to detail
- Good communicator
- Quick learner
- Efficient worker
Certification
ServSafe, Food Handler Certification
Additional Information
Successful leader, equally effective as member of a team., Highly organized; able to multi-task and accomplish multiple objectives., Professional demeanor and attentive to detail., Conducted preliminary food preparation., Prepared and cooked menu items., Good communicator., Quick learner and an efficient worker., Volunteered at Lighthouse World Outreach Center for 4 years; doing worldwide ministries., Doing so helped me learn how to work with different types of people, and to respect everyone's culture.
References
- Connor Feazel, General Manager at South on Broad, (678) 308-5763
- Joe Bredson, Executive Chef at George Walton Academy, (678) 521-3497
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Line Cook
The Roe
04.2025 - 01.2026
Kitchen Manager
South on Broad
04.2022 - 11.2022
Trim Post operator
Michelin Tire
12.2021 - 04.2022
Line cook/Kitchen Lead
Silver Queen
03.2020 - 11.2021
Line cook/server
South on Broad
06.2019 - 03.2020
Sous Chef
George Walton Academy
02.2017 - 07.2018
Line Cook/Supervisor/Kitchen Manager
The Cotton Cafe
07.2014 - 03.2019
Line Cook
Cafe Intermezzo
08.2013 - 06.2014
High school diploma -
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
High school diploma -
Monroe Area High School