Christopher McColgan
Hatfield
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.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
The East End Tavern
11.2022 - Current
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Boosted employee morale through positive attitude, willingness to assist others when needed.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using various kitchen equipment safely for efficient food preparation.
Line Cook
Cafe @ The Mill & Dam Good Cafe
06.2020 - Current
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Boosted employee morale through positive attitude, willingness to assist others when needed.
Volunteer Firefighter
Hilltown Volunteer Fire Company
04.2018 - Current
- Enhanced teamwork among the crew by participating in regular training sessions, drills, and exercises.
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
- Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
Horticulture Helper
George Diddens Greenhouse
03.2016 - Current
- Performed manual labor and random jobs to help teams accomplish goals.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
Busser
Zoto's Diner
01.2016 - 08.2019
- Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Completed side work duties, ensuring that all necessary supplies were stocked for shift success.
- Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining a clean and organized dining area.
- Reduced wait times for tables by quickly clearing and resetting them after guests departed.
- Organized and cleaned assigned sections by sanitizing and cleaning table, counter, and kitchen surfaces.
- Developed excellent relationships with managers and fellow team members to support team success and positive work environment.
- Supported team members with additional tasks, promoting a positive work environment.
- Demonstrated attention to detail when setting tables according to restaurant standards.
- Pitched in extra hours and helped other staff during unexpected times of high volume to improve seating availability and food delivery to tables.
- Respected guest privacy by discreetly clearing dishes without interrupting conversations.
- Enhanced customer service by quickly providing clean and well-organized tables ready for new guests.
Line Cook
Danny's Diner
02.2017 - 02.2018
- Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using various kitchen equipment safely for efficient food preparation.
Education
High School -
North Penn High School
Lansdale, PACertificate - Culinary Arts Program
North Montco Technical Career Center
Lansdale, PACertificate - undefined
Culinary Arts Institute, Montgomery County Community College
Lansdale, PASkills
- Fast-paced kitchen experience
- Experience using a meat slicer and buffalo chopper
- Experienced in using flat top grill, charbroiler, and tilt skillet
- Engaging interpersonal skills
- Experienced bussing, using a cash register and a food runner
- Proficient in kitchen sanitation
- Collaborates effectively in teams
- Consistent and dependable
- Experienced with multiple types of kitchen machinery
- Food safety knowledge
- Safe food handling
Certification
- ServSafe
Qualifications
- Variety of kitchen equipment
- Work in a team atmosphere
- Dedicated and loyal
Timeline
Line Cook
The East End Tavern
11.2022 - Current
Line Cook
Cafe @ The Mill & Dam Good Cafe
06.2020 - Current
Volunteer Firefighter
Hilltown Volunteer Fire Company
04.2018 - Current
Line Cook
Danny's Diner
02.2017 - 02.2018
Horticulture Helper
George Diddens Greenhouse
03.2016 - Current
Busser
Zoto's Diner
01.2016 - 08.2019
Certificate - Culinary Arts Program
North Montco Technical Career Center
Certificate - undefined
Culinary Arts Institute, Montgomery County Community College
High School -
North Penn High School
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