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Ben Kok

Highlands Ranch

Summary

Dedicated professional with extensive experience at Morrison Community Living, adept in kitchen sanitation and customer service. Excelled in creating special menus considering dietary restrictions and managing high-volume dining with a keen attention to detail. Proven track record in enhancing customer satisfaction and team productivity through effective time management and strong multitasking abilities.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Cook

Morrison Community Living
04.2020 - 09.2024
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Created weekly special menus with multiple dietary restrictions in mind

Lead Server

Morrison Community Living
02.2017 - 04.2020
  • Managed high volume dining periods with effective time management and strong multitasking abilities.
  • Oversaw daily operations of service team, delegated tasks, and trained new staff.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues through diplomatic acknowledgment and commitment to service.
  • Inspected FOH stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
  • Prepared classic cocktails for customers and poured wine and beer

Server

Christian Living Communities
02.2014 - 02.2017
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.

Education

Associate Of Arts - Culinary Management

The Art Institute of Colorado
Denver, CO

Skills

  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Highly motivated
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Customer service
  • Food allergen safety

Timeline

Line Cook

Morrison Community Living
04.2020 - 09.2024

Lead Server

Morrison Community Living
02.2017 - 04.2020

Server

Christian Living Communities
02.2014 - 02.2017

Associate Of Arts - Culinary Management

The Art Institute of Colorado
Ben Kok