
Cory Cook 
234 Dessert Lane  Snackville, Oregon  54321  (503) 444-2299
 
 
 
Objective:  Chef or Prep Cook 
 
Highlights of Skills 
 
 
Knowledge of health and safety codes and regulations; current food handler’s card 
 
 
Experienced in safe operation of commercial food service equipment, including deep 
fryers, ovens, cooktops, and slicers 
 
 
Performs multiple tasks smoothly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment 
 
 
Ability to follow recipes, instructions, and guidelines 
 
 
Meticulous worker; attentive to quality and detail 
 
Relevant Skills & Experience 
 
Banquet
 
 
Catered banquets of up to 40 people: set up room and buffet, took drink orders, 
served  food and drinks, bussed and cleaned up 
 
Prepared attractive salads, sandwiches, appetizers and entrees for over 75 people 
 
Food Prep
 
 
Gained familiarity with braising, breading, fat frying, and grilling 
 
Cooked all house stocks for cafe 
 
Set up and cleaned equipment for daily food preparation 
 
Cut, trimmed, and boned meats; cleaned and prepared vegetables and fruits 
 
Assembled and accurately measured ingredients 
 
Organization & Cash Handling 
 
Inventoried and ordered kitchen supplies 
 
Received, inspected, and stocked supplies 
 
Prioritized prepping duties to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, crowded kitchen 
 
Maintained safe, sanitary, and orderly work area 
 
Operated electronic cash register: processed cash and credit card purchases 
 
Kept accurate records on special dietary needs of retirement home residents 
 
Work Experience 
 
Institutional Assistant Cook
.  Willows Retirement Home (Portland, OR),  2000 - 2001. 
Assisted cook in planning, preparing, cooking and serving meals for 80 residents on 
special diets. 
 
Prep Cook.
  Manor House Restaurant (Portland, OR).  1998 - 2000. 
 
Deli Person.
  East Avenue Deli (Portland, OR).  1997 - 1998. 
 
Barista.
  The Turkish Coffee Spot (Portland, OR).  1996 – 1997. 
 
Education 
 
Currently attending Portland Community College 
Will be attending Portland State University, Fall 2003