George Suwandi

Achievements:

• Worked for over 70 hours per week during peak seasons;
• Made 1,248 tacos over the weekend;
• Cooked for more 10,000 portions in banquet team.

Responsibilities:

• Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
• Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
• Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
• Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
• Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.

• Worked with chef to prepare daily food specials and other supplies.
• Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
• Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
• Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
• Followed recipes closely for consistent taste, quality and presentation.

• Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
• Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
• Coordinated with kitchen staff to guarantee timely delivery of all pastries, cakes and desserts.
• Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
• Monitored temperatures of ovens, proof boxes and other equipment.

• Bussed tables between courses and load and unloaded trays to expedite tasks.
• Maintained clean, safe and organized work environment to safeguard servers and patrons.
• Complied with all food safety and sanitation regulations to reduce restaurant risks.
• Collaborated with other staff members to maintain high-level customer satisfaction.
• Refilled drinks and condiments and restocked serving areas to minimize delays.

• Greeted customers warmly to provide exceptional customer service.
• Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods to promptly answer customer questions.
• Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
• Delivered customer orders promptly and with attention to accuracy and satisfaction.
• Assisted with dining room set up prior to and after service period.