Matthew Ingram
Gainesville
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Captain D's Restaurant, excelling in food preparation and Proven ability to uphold high sanitation standards while delivering exceptional quality control. Recognized for meticulous attention to detail and effective teamwork, ensuring a consistently satisfying dining experience for customers.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Captain D's Restaurant
Gainesville
04.2023 - Current
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Managed inventory levels of ingredients and supplies necessary for daily operations.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
- Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
- Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Took inventory counts before and after shifts to complete food inventory or storage sheets.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Requested supplies and equipment orders, explaining needs to managers.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Stacker
Kiks wearhouse
Gainesville
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Maintained safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
- Provided assistance in loading and unloading trucks when needed.
- Reviewed work orders before starting work to determine necessary materials and meet deadlines.
- Stacked boxes and used shrink-wrap to minimize damage in preparation for shipping.
- Ensured compliance with company policies regarding health and safety regulations.
- Monitored quality of incoming inventory and current stock, notifying supervisor of issues.
- Reported any damages or discrepancies in product quantity or quality to the supervisor immediately upon discovery.
- Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.
- Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
- Participated in weekly safety meetings led by supervisors.
- Collaborated closely with other team members to ensure smooth workflow throughout shifts.
- Pulled and stacked product based on daily orders.
- Monitored warehouse operations, ensuring that all tasks were completed efficiently and safely.
- Stacked boxes onto pallets for easy transport around the facility.
- Collaborated with other movers when loading large equipment to prevent potential accidents.
- Cleaned work areas daily, disposing of waste materials properly.
Education
Dropped Out - None
Cabot High
Cabot, ARSkills
- Food preparation
- Inventory management
- Sanitation practices
- Recipe adherence
- Kitchen safety
- Grill operation
- Attention to detail
- Quality control
- Work station organization
- Cleaning and organization
- Supply restocking
- Grilling
- Portion control
- Cooking
- Food safety oversight
- Ingredients measuring
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Food handling
- Kitchen organization
- New hire training
- Food pairing
- Beautiful presentation of food
Timeline
Cook
Captain D's Restaurant
04.2023 - Current
Stacker
Kiks wearhouse
03.2022 - 04.2023
Dropped Out - None
Cabot High