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Avery Whetten

Denver,CO

Summary

Professional culinary specialist with solid experience in high-volume kitchen environments. Adept at leading teams to deliver high-quality dishes while maintaining focus on collaboration and adaptability. Skilled in menu planning, inventory management, and maintaining health and safety standards. Known for reliability and results-driven approach to meet evolving needs of kitchen.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Cook

Qdoba Eats
12.2023 - 07.2025
  • Efficiently handled high-volume orders while maintaining superior food quality through precise execution of cooking methods.
  • Maintained a high standard of food quality by consistently reviewing dishes for taste, presentation, and adherence to established guidelines.
  • Took over line positions in event of emergency.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining cooking processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
  • Supervised line cooks to monitor food safety and order accuracy.

Sous Chef

Prototaste
04.2021 - 11.2023
  • Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
  • Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
  • Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.

Lead Line Cook

Kumas Corner
05.2020 - 08.2023
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, fostering camaraderie and a strong sense of teamwork.
  • Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.

Education

Castle View High School
Castle Rock, CO
05-2017

Skills

  • Meal preparation
  • Kitchen management
  • Food safety
  • Kitchen organization
  • Crew training
  • Scheduling
  • Food inventory management
  • Kitchen sanitation

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Lead Cook

Qdoba Eats
12.2023 - 07.2025

Sous Chef

Prototaste
04.2021 - 11.2023

Lead Line Cook

Kumas Corner
05.2020 - 08.2023

Castle View High School

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