Declan Peterson
Greensburg
Summary
Professional culinary expert prepared for leadership in kitchen operations. Possesses strong skills in menu planning, food preparation, and kitchen safety. Known for effective team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving high-quality results. Reliable and flexible, ensuring smooth kitchen operations in fast-paced environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Worker
Woodgrain Millwork Inc
08.2024 - Current
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 200 pounds.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
- Managed incoming shipments effectively by inspecting goods for quality control purposes before storing them appropriately.
Cook Supervisor
The Kitchen On Main
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Ensured consistent food quality with strict adherence to recipes, portion control, and presentation standards.
- Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques, equipment usage, and safety protocols, increasing overall team proficiency.
- Improved staff productivity by providing clear instructions, guidance, and constructive feedback on their performance.
- Collaborated with management to develop innovative menu offerings that catered to diverse customer preferences.
- Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper storage practices.
- Maintained a clean and hygienic kitchen environment through regular cleaning schedules and strict sanitation policies.
Cook II
Nemacolin Woodlands Resort
03.2022 - 08.2023
- 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.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Cook
Pleasant Valley Golf Club
02.2021 - 03.2022
- 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.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Connellsville Area Cactc
Connellsville, PA05.2022
Skills
- Loading and unloading
- Order picking and processing
- Shipping and receiving
- Unpacking merchandise
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Frying
- Cooking techniques
- Sanitation
- Surface cleaning
- Hospitality and service industry background
- Food presentation
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Grilling
- Contamination prevention
- Food plating and presentation
- Hospitality service expertise
- Grilling expertise
- Beautiful presentation of food
- Sauce making
- Ingredients measuring
- Plating and presentation
- Recipes and menu planning
- Food pairing
- Sauteing
- Cutting and slicing cooking
- fine dining cooking
Timeline
Warehouse Worker
Woodgrain Millwork Inc
08.2024 - Current
Cook Supervisor
The Kitchen On Main
08.2023 - 07.2024
Cook II
Nemacolin Woodlands Resort
03.2022 - 08.2023
Cook
Pleasant Valley Golf Club
02.2021 - 03.2022
High School Diploma -
Connellsville Area Cactc
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