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Zachary Groark

Charleston,SC

Summary

Friendly and adaptable with passion for delivering quality food in a fast paced environment. Strong knowledge of food preparation, safety standards, and basic culinary techniques. Possess a positive attitude and desire to continue enhancing my culinary skills. Dedicated to creating memorable dining experiences and maintaining high operational standards.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Food Truck Operator to Food Truck Manager

Bishop Gadsden
05.2021 - 05.2024
  • Handled all day to day operations of food truck.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing, planned and created menus, and trained new staff members on company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
  • Oversaw daily financial tasks such as cash handling, recordkeeping, and reporting to ensure accuracy and transparency in all transactions.
  • Ensured optimal food quality through consistent monitoring, proper storage techniques, and routine inspections.
  • Continued to work in production kitchen, cafe, and fine dining establishment when necessary.
  • Promoted to Food Truck Manager February 2023.

Line Cook

Bishop Gadsden
10.2018 - 04.2021
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, prepared and cooked full coarse meals, all while collaborating with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, serving 100+ per night
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing, and adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating eagerness to learn from colleagues.

Line Cook to Kitchen Manager

Baguette Magic
01.2017 - 12.2018
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Prepared, checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
  • Promoted to kitchen manager November, 2017.

Line Cook

HALO
01.2018 - 10.2018
  • Prepared all food for evening hours of service, maintained prep ensuring cleanliness standards were maintained, and cleaned and sanitized kitchen and equipment nightly.

Prep Cook

Lost Dog Cafe
04.2016 - 12.2016
  • Prepared all food in small batches daily, communicating with kitchen manager to ensure all menu items were available.
  • Set up, broke down, cleaned and sanitized workstation and prep line daily, stocked cooler with daily deliveries, and moved to inside expo to plate food during peak business hours.

Expeditor

Minero
10.2014 - 09.2015
  • Managed high volumes of orders while maintaining accuracy, handling customer requests, closely monitoring and communicating ticket times.

Education

High School Diploma -

Academic Magnet High School
North Charleston, SC
04.2008

Skills

  • Food preparation
  • Cleanliness standards
  • Food presentation
  • Health regulations
  • Menu development
  • Supply ordering
  • Reliable and responsible
  • Multitasking
  • Team leadership

Certification

ServSafe Certified

Timeline

Food Truck Operator to Food Truck Manager

Bishop Gadsden
05.2021 - 05.2024

Line Cook

Bishop Gadsden
10.2018 - 04.2021

Line Cook

HALO
01.2018 - 10.2018

Line Cook to Kitchen Manager

Baguette Magic
01.2017 - 12.2018

Prep Cook

Lost Dog Cafe
04.2016 - 12.2016

Expeditor

Minero
10.2014 - 09.2015

High School Diploma -

Academic Magnet High School

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