Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
awards
Hobbies and Interests
References
Timeline
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Mario Davis

Mario Davis

Westmoreland, Jamaica

Summary

Professional Cook possessing over 10 years of excellent cooking skills that specializes in Caribbean, American and Continental menus. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Cook

$3 Dollar Dewey’s Bar and Restaurant
2021.04 - 2023.10
  • Prepared a variety of entrees, specials, salads and soups.
  • Performed preparatory tasks such as, chopping herbs and vegetables.
  • Regular maintenance and cleaning of grills and other kitchen areas
  • Grilled, cooked, and fried foods such as meat, seafood, french fries, chicken tenders, wings and wraps and sandwiches to customers satisfaction.
  • Contributed to menu planning and development, incorporating seasonal ingredients for optimal freshness and taste.
  • Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
  • Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on menus, food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.

Sandwich Artist - Part Time

Subway
2022.10 - 2023.07
  • Prepare custom and promotional sandwiches
  • Complete temperature logs
  • Expedited order processing for increased efficiency in high-volume periods.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict sanitation standards.
  • Operated the cash register with accuracy, ensuring proper handling of transactions.
  • Kept workplace clean and organized in line with restaurant policies.
  • Restocked and rotated stock in display case to mitigate stock loss.

Line Cook -Part Time

Sea Dog Brewing Co.
2022.08 - 2022.12

Prepared a variety of continental breakfast selections, entrees and specials

  • Performed preparatory tasks such as, mixing sauces, chopping herbs and vegetables.
  • Handled special dietary requests with care, ensuring the satisfaction of all guests regardless of restrictions or preferences.
  • Maintained a clean and safe working environment, adhering to strict health and safety guidelines.
  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
  • Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
  • Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.

Line Cook

The Omni Homestead Resort
2015.07 - 2020.01
  • Operate large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers and griddles
  • Performed preparatory tasks such as skewering meat, mixing sauces, chopping herbs and vegetables
  • Prepared a variety of entrees and specials along with sauces
  • Prep protein, starches and vegetables for service hours
  • Prepare room service done to order protein dishes
  • Prepare a variety of appetizers following recipe guidelines
  • Restock all items as needed throughout shift and clean/maintain station while practicing good safety and sanitation skills
  • Grilled hamburgers and other meats, such as steaks and tenderloins
  • Grilled, cooked, and fried foods such as French fries, chicken tenders, wings and wraps and sandwiches
  • Regular maintenance and cleaning of grills and other kitchen areas
  • Make pizzas, salads and sandwiches done to order
  • Clean & sanitize and maintain kitchen coolers, grills and oven
  • Complete fridge and food logs
  • Taking on any tasks given of me.
  • Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.

Cook

Hedonism II
2017.06 - 2017.09
  • Prepare a variety of food on time for buffet line
  • Setup and label buffet line for service hour
  • Performed preparatory tasks such as chopping herbs and vegetables
  • Clean and maintain range using and following latest hygiene standards
  • Prepare a variety of dishes for various functions
  • Complete fridge and food logs.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.

Cook

Sunnyside Resort
2015.05 - 2015.07
  • Prepare a variety of dishes as ordered by guests
  • Clean, sanitize and maintain kitchen floor, equipment’s and work tools
  • Prepare a variety of dishes for various functions.
  • 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.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.

Cook

Kappaz Restaurant & Bar
2013.11 - 2014.04
  • Prepared, cook and serve food in appropriate portions
  • Clean, sanitize and maintain kitchen floor, equipment’s and work tools.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Adhered to recipe guidelines while demonstrating creativity in plating and garnishing dishes for enhanced visual appeal.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.

Kitchen Steward and Cook

Kuyaba Negril
2012.12 - 2013.10
  • Washed kitchen equipment’s, dispose of garbage’s, mop and maintain floors
  • Performed other duties assigned by kitchen manager or supervisor
  • Performed kitchen inventory tasks given by manager.
  • Assisted chefs with food preparation, contributing to timely meal service for guests.
  • Delivered washed dishes to various stations throughout restaurant to help team stay productive and focused on customer needs.
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail while organizing and restocking kitchen supplies for efficient use.

Range Cook, Grill cook and Pastry Worker

Hedonism II
2011.06 - 2012.12
  • Prepared a variety of food on time for buffet line
  • Setup and label buffet line for service hour
  • Performed preparatory tasks such as chopping herbs and vegetables
  • Clean and maintain range using and following latest hygiene standards
  • Collect pastries, setup and maintain pastry and dessert line
  • Grilled, cooked, and fried foods such as French fries, sandwiches, jerk chicken and burgers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Grange Hill High School
Grange Hill, Westmoreland Jamaica

Certificate - Food Preparation - Commis Chef

Heart Trust/NTA
Whitehouse, Westmoreland Jamaica
05.2011

Skills

  • High volume production Capability
  • Knife Skills
  • Cleaning And Organization
  • Highly Motivated
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-Solving

awards

  • 1ST Place in cake and inter skill competition 2011.
  • Outstanding Academic performance 2011

Hobbies and Interests


  • Fishing
  • Bird Breeding
  • Farming

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sandwich Artist - Part Time

Subway
2022.10 - 2023.07

Line Cook -Part Time

Sea Dog Brewing Co.
2022.08 - 2022.12

Line Cook

$3 Dollar Dewey’s Bar and Restaurant
2021.04 - 2023.10

Cook

Hedonism II
2017.06 - 2017.09

Line Cook

The Omni Homestead Resort
2015.07 - 2020.01

Cook

Sunnyside Resort
2015.05 - 2015.07

Cook

Kappaz Restaurant & Bar
2013.11 - 2014.04

Kitchen Steward and Cook

Kuyaba Negril
2012.12 - 2013.10

Range Cook, Grill cook and Pastry Worker

Hedonism II
2011.06 - 2012.12

High School Diploma -

Grange Hill High School

Certificate - Food Preparation - Commis Chef

Heart Trust/NTA
Mario Davis