Peter Barrett
Clermont,FL
Summary
Focused professional with expertise preparing meals for customers in busy establishments. Versatile professional with experience in food safety, supply management and plating. Courteous and bilingual with excellent multitasking and presentation skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Willie’s BBQ
Montverde, FL
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
Cook Shift Leader
Black bear kitchen
Montverde, FL
04.2021 - 01.2023
- Led team in high-pressure environments, ensuring timely delivery of orders.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Monitored food preparation to ensure quality standards were met.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Experimented with new recipes and ingredients to refresh menu offerings.
- Improved performance of team members resulting in high-quality meals produced daily.
- Trained new cooks on proper food handling techniques.
- Fostered a collaborative and respectful kitchen environment, promoting team cohesion.
- Cut, chopped and sliced meat and produce to prepare for cooking.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of menu items, ingredients, and recipes.
- Inspected equipment and ensured it was properly maintained by kitchen staff.
- Kept kitchen, cooking utensils and storeroom clean and neat.
- Trained new kitchen staff on cooking techniques and kitchen procedures.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Cleaned and sanitized work stations and equipment, complying with regulatory procedures.
Cook
Chic fil a
Clermont, FL
08.2013 - 01.2019
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Believers Royal Academy
Mineola06-2012
Skills
- Food safety oversight
- Recipe modification
- Dish preparation
- Sauteing
Timeline
Cook
Willie’s BBQ
10.2024 - 12.2024
Cook Shift Leader
Black bear kitchen
04.2021 - 01.2023
Cook
Chic fil a
08.2013 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Believers Royal Academy