Mark Melillo
Pembroke
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn. Ready to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Tolsons Tap and Tavern
05.2022 - 08.2024
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
Sous Chef
British Beer Company
11.2019 - 03.2022
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Assistant Deli Manager
Big Y
07.2017 - 08.2019
- Prepared and placed meat cuts and products in display counter to catch shopper's eye and boost sales.
- Operated slicer and price computing scale to accurately slice, weigh and label meat products.
- Controlled freshness of products by rotating and removing out of code merchandise.
- Reviewed pricing and ordered food ingredients, kitchen appliances, and supplies.
Prepared Foods Clerk
Stop & Shop
06.2010 - 05.2017
- Completed all hot and cold food assignments to meet deadlines for meal preparation.
- Organized food and products by date and maintained adequate supplies.
- Maintained high level of efficiency in fast-paced work environment.
- Checked refrigerated and frozen cases and replenished low stock every day.
Deli Clerk
Hannaford Supermarket
05.2006 - 03.2010
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Took special orders for event catering and party trays, assisting customers by recommending additional items, condiments, and garnishes.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Quincy High Scool
Quincy, MASkills
- Scheduling
- Safe food handling
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Product rotation
- Menu development
- Kitchen staff coordination
- Purchasing
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Tolsons Tap and Tavern
05.2022 - 08.2024
Sous Chef
British Beer Company
11.2019 - 03.2022
Assistant Deli Manager
Big Y
07.2017 - 08.2019
Prepared Foods Clerk
Stop & Shop
06.2010 - 05.2017
Deli Clerk
Hannaford Supermarket
05.2006 - 03.2010
High School Diploma -
North Quincy High Scool