Notice how the job seeker in this sample Mess Cook resume opens with a clear objective of what he wants. He then lists only those previous work experiences that pertain to this particular job. All Mess Cook resumes should include this vital information.
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Jacob Job-Seeker
90 ABC Lane
Any Town, USA 99999
Home: (888) 888-8888
Cell: (888) 888-7777
jjobseeker@sampleresume.com
OBJECTIVE
Position as a Mess Cook
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Accomplished cook; fast and creative; reliable and dependable employee
EXPERIENCE
Mess Cook, 2000 to present:
High Seas Cruise Line, Any City, USA.
Cooked and served meals to the cruise line crew, including cleaning, cutting, and prepared meats, fish, poultry and side dishes. Also washed dishes and cleaned the galley and equipment and compiled the cost record of the foods ordered and used.
Assistant Mess Cook, 1998-2000:
High Seas Cruise Line, Any City, USA.
Assisted the primary mess cook with food preparation, serving, and cleanup following meals for the ship crew.
EDUCATION
A.A. Culinary Arts, 1997 Any City Professional School, Any City, USA
ACCOLADES AND INVOLVEMENTS
American Association of Culinary Professionals
Member of the Year, 2005
NOTE: This Mess Cook resume is a condensed version of a full resume to serve as an example only. Always consider what the employer is looking for in the Mess Cook he hires. Tailor your resume to that company.