Michael Wells
Chicago
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Prep
Fogo De Chao
05.2025 - 10.2025
- Prepared a variety of meals using fresh ingredients while adhering to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Employed various cooking techniques to enhance flavor and presentation of dishes.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Handled ingredients with care to ensure freshness and minimize waste.
- Maintained high sanitation standards in the kitchen to promote food safety and hygiene.
- Managed inventory by tracking supplies and placing orders to ensure availability of necessary ingredients.
- Assisted chefs in the preparation and execution of menu items to deliver high-quality dining experiences.
Line Cook
Grand Lux
10.2022 - 08.2023
- At Grand Lux Cafe, I was on the fry station, my responsibilities were setting up my station for the night shift, cleaning station throughout my shift, and making sure all tasks are completed when closing.
- Prepared high-quality dishes following recipes and presentation standards.
- Managed food inventory and maintained cleanliness in the kitchen area.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during meal preparation.
- Assisted in training new line cooks on proper cooking techniques.
- Monitored ingredient freshness and reported shortages to management.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations throughout food preparation processes.
- Contributed ideas for menu improvements based on seasonal ingredients.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
Line Cook/Prep Cook/Trainer
Freddy's Frozen Custard
05.2021 - 10.2022
- Hands on experience in preparing and cooking food
- Skilled in resolving customer complaints and addressing questions
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes and standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
- Assisted in food plating, ensuring presentation met company guidelines.
- Followed safety and sanitation protocols to ensure a safe cooking environment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline kitchen operations during peak hours.
- Monitored food inventory levels and communicated needs to management regularly.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures, safety practices, and equipment use.
- Operated kitchen equipment such as grills, fryers, and mixers efficiently and safely.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Established workstations equipped with essential ingredients, utensils, and cooking equipment.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
Cook
Jersey Mike's
08.2019 - 04.2020
- Strong knowledge of meal prep and cooking
- Maintained quality standards of customer service in a high-volume and fast-paced environment
- Communicated clearly and positively with coworkers and management
- Followed procedures for safe food preparation
Intern
People's Gas
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Trained on gas main repair, meter reading, and Inside Safety Inspection
- Experience in scheduling appointments with potential clients
Shopkeeper
Singleton Auto Repair
08.2016 - 06.2019
- Maintained stock and equipment inventory
- Assisted customers by answering questions and suggesting merchandise
- Kept sales receipts and maintained accounting records
- Hands on experience with car maintenance
Education
High School Diploma -
Bartlett High School
Skills
- Baking
- Cash Handling
- Cashier
- Chef
- Communication Skills
- Cooking
- Cooking Techniques
- Culinary Arts
- Customer Service
- Customer Service Sales
- Food Handler
- Food Preparation
- Food Safety Experience
- Frozen Food
- Frying
- Guest Service
- Heavy Lifting
- High Volume
- Kitchen Management
- Knife Skills
- Line Cook
- Restaurant Experience
- Sauteing
- Scheduling
- Stocking
- Waiting Tables
- Meal preparation
- Food safety regulations
- Inventory management
- Recipe adherence
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Quality control
- Effective communication
- Staff training
- Creative presentation
- Sanitation standards
- Adaptability in fast pace
- Training & Development
- Project planning
- Flexible and adaptable
- Relationship building
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Organization and time management
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Machinery operation
- Planning
- Recordkeeping
Timeline
Kitchen Prep
Fogo De Chao
05.2025 - 10.2025
Line Cook
Grand Lux
10.2022 - 08.2023
Line Cook/Prep Cook/Trainer
Freddy's Frozen Custard
05.2021 - 10.2022
Cook
Jersey Mike's
08.2019 - 04.2020
Intern
People's Gas
06.2019 - 08.2019
Shopkeeper
Singleton Auto Repair
08.2016 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
Bartlett High School