Colin Stepp
Knoxville
Summary
Skilled Cook with experience in diverse culinary settings, from casual to fine dining. Developed unique recipes and plate presentations, demonstrating creativity and understanding of flavor profiles. Strong multitasking skills, able to manage multiple orders simultaneously while maintaining high standards for food quality and presentation. Contributed to overall improvement in kitchen efficiency and reduction of waste at previous workplace.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Seasons 101
Sevierville
03.2024 - Current
- Prepared and cooked a variety of seasonal dishes for customers.
- Assisted in menu planning by providing input on seasonal ingredients.
- Created the concept of an original dish that remains on our spring menu.
- Routinely alternate between cooking on flame grill, plate setting, and garde-manager.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety and cooking techniques.
Cook
Cracker Barrell
Newport
07.2020 - 03.2024
- Began as a dishwasher and continued to work in that position for one and a half years until my 18th birthday.
- Trained as a cook and operated the flat-top grill and plating until leaving in 2024 for further experience and knowledge.
Education
Cocke County High School
Newport, TennesseeSkills
- Food preparation
- Grilling Expertise
- Knife skills
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Food safety
- Menu planning
- Recipe development
- Employee training
References
- Chef Deron Little- Executive chef
(865)-313-4511
- Debbie Brooks- General Manager
(865)-654-7398
Timeline
Cook
Seasons 101
03.2024 - Current
Cook
Cracker Barrell
07.2020 - 03.2024
Cocke County High School