Kenneth Kopra
Mesa
Summary
Diligent line cook with solid background in culinary techniques and kitchen operations with 3 years of experience. Demonstrated ability to execute menu items with precision and maintain high standards of food safety and quality. Proven track record of effective teamwork and adaptability in fast-paced environments. challenges that might be faced. Great listener and learner.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Line Cook
Buffalo Wild Wings
Gilbert
06.2024 - Current
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Uphold strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
Chef
Wildflower Bread Company LLC
Mesa
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Health Code Compliance POS
- Inventory System Operation, Learning BOH, Implementing Knowledge
- Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked in both back of house for a year and a half and front of house for six months, very open to different positions.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
Expo/Front of House
Lou Malanatis
Mesa
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Overcame objections using friendly, persuasive strategies.
- Explained product prices and packages as well as answered questions and addressed concerns of customers.
- Set up appointments with interested customers according to schedule availability.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ 01.2026 - 01.2026
High School Diploma -
Gilbert High School
Gilbert, AZSkills
- Conflict Mediation
- Preparing Food Items
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Health Code Compliance
- Learning BOH
- Implementing Knowledge
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Active listener
- Professional attitude
Certification
SERV Safe, 2024-2026
References
Tracie Schmitt (Wildflower General Manager): (530) 510-3830
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
Arizona State University
01.2026 - 01.2026
Head Line Cook
Buffalo Wild Wings
06.2024 - Current
Chef
Wildflower Bread Company LLC
03.2023 - 05.2024
Expo/Front of House
Lou Malanatis
08.2021 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
Gilbert High School