Chef in Stevens Point, Wisconsin

Robert Dixon Certified Kitchen professional with 20 years experience in the industry. Stevens Point, WI 54481 [email protected] - 715-892-... Although my job experience is primarily food-service based I believe I possess and have cultivated skills which would make me an ideal candidate for any job. In the high volume food service industry I make split-second decisions relying upon knowledge of times and volumes and other variables while also considering all safety issues i.e. Sharp implements, hot implements and devices, all while dodging 15 people in the kitchen. On top of my food service experience I am currently enrolled in college and have maintained a 3.65 GPA for the past three years, made the Dean's list and achieved honors multiple times, so I am intelligent enough to learn and Perfect a new craft. My intellect, my drive, my attention to detail and safety make me an ideal candidate. Authorized to work in the US for any employer WORK EXPERIENCE Cook Applebees - Stevens Point, WI - January 2014 to Present Responsibilities Cook recipies and maintain industry and company sanitization and quality standards. Lead team into service, direct flow of food and food prep. Decide when to cut labor. Accomplishments In the year and a half on my job I have set new kitchen standards and expectations brining our kitchen to a new level of compliance with company expectations. I have worked with the kitchen staff diligently on time management and preparedness when going into service ensure the proper levels of food are being prepped that we are prepared for success. Skills Used Time management Labor management Quality Control Teamwork motivating Cook/Cashier Trigs - Woodruff, WI - August 2011 to December 2013 Prepared and cooked food daily • Cleaned and sanitized work surfaces according to healthcode • Supervised a team of associates • Used industrial ovens and other equiptment • Worked closely with managment and other cooks to plan meals, ensure a safe working environment, and provide fresh food • Answered phones, took orders, and answered customer complaints EDUCATION Undergraduate in English and environmental studies University Wisconsin - Stevens Point, WI 2014 to 2017 English Nicolet Technical College Rhinelander - Rhinelander, WI 2011 to 2013 Fox Valley Technical College Oshkosh - Oshkosh, WI 2009 to 2010 SKILLS Cooking (10 years) CERTIFICATIONS Culinary Arts 2008 to Present Certified in short order, line, and advanced cooking 3 Culinary Certificates August 2008 to Present Certified in line cooking, short order, and Advanced cooking. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SKILLS • Serve Safe certified with 20 years of experience in food service • ability to direct multiple people at a time • ability to problem solve and correct situations on an as needed basis • handling customer complaints • ability to complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner • ability to complete tasks independently • thorough knowledge of cooking times and temperatures as well as health and safety codes