Colton Dinning
Naples
Summary
Detail-oriented kitchen professional experienced in high-volume food preparation. Strengths include food safety knowledge, problem-solving, and collaboration. Eager to leverage these skills to streamline operations and improve productivity in a dynamic kitchen environment.
Dedicated Line Cook with proven skills in food safety, time management, and team coordination. Committed to enhancing kitchen operations and ensuring compliance with sanitation standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Kootenai River Inn Casino & Spa
05.2024 - Current
- Ensured compliance with food safety standards and sanitation guidelines.
- Prepared diverse menu items in high-volume kitchen environment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline kitchen operations.
- Assisted in training new staff on cooking techniques and safety protocols.
- Managed inventory levels, reducing waste through efficient stock usage.
- Adapted recipes based on customer feedback to enhance dining experience.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Factory Line Worker
Vista Outdoor
07.2020 - 03.2024
- Operated machinery to assemble products efficiently and maintain quality standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes and reduce downtime.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols, operational procedures, and equipment usage.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported discrepancies to ensure timely replenishment of materials.
- Implemented improvements in workflow that enhanced overall productivity on the assembly line.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions to minimize disruption during production runs.
- Enhanced workplace safety by adhering to company guidelines, participating in training sessions, and reporting hazards immediately.
- Consistently met or exceeded individual performance targets, contributing to overall team success in achieving factory goals.
- Upheld strict cleanliness standards on the factory floor by regularly disposing of waste materials properly and keeping work areas tidy.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lewiston High School
Lewiston, ID2015
Skills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Food preparation
- Problem-solving
- Food safety knowledge
- Team coordination
- Kitchen sanitization
- Professional attitude
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Following cooking methods
Timeline
Line Cook
Kootenai River Inn Casino & Spa
05.2024 - Current
Factory Line Worker
Vista Outdoor
07.2020 - 03.2024
High School Diploma -
Lewiston High School