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COOK
Summary

With the vast experience I have accumulated over the years

And my work ethic I will be a great asset to any company

I am a hard driven individual And given the opportunity I can more then prove my worth

Skills
  • Cutting and slicing techniques
  • Dish preparation
  • Food presentation
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Focused and disciplined
  • High volume production capability
  • ServSafe certified
  • Operating fryers and grills
  • Food preparation
  • Preparing ingredients
  • Stocking supplies
  • Grilling
  • Cleaning and sanitization
  • Plating dishes
  • Frying
  • Kitchen equipment cleaning
Experience
Cook
Union Gap, WA
Dennys Corp./Oct 2018 to Dec 2019
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods
  • Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize salmonella and other foodborne illnesses.
  • Maximized efficiency of kitchen operation by overseeing daily product inventory, purchasing and receiving.
  • Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
  • Chopped, diced, and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of busy periods, including dinner rush.
  • Created exceptional menu items executed with precision to regularly garner diner praise.
  • Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
  • Operated all kitchen equipment safely to avoid injuries.
  • Measured and regulated oven, broiler and roaster operations for cooking at correct temperatures.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
  • Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
  • Garnished and arranged dishes into creative presentations to delight patrons.
  • Emphasized food quality and specialized baking techniques to set items apart from competitor offerings.
  • Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues or customer requests, including allergen concerns.
  • Communicated with wait staff regarding customer requests, dietary concerns and allergy questions.
  • Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
  • Mixed, weighed and proofed ingredients to match exact recipe formula.
  • Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, meticulously following recipes to produce quality dishes.
  • Collaborated closely with food and beverage leadership to conduct staff meetings and resolve service, product and personnel issues.
  • Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients to use oldest products first.
  • Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times at lunch and dinner rush.
  • Interacted professionally and effectively with wait staff regarding special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
Cook
Placerville, CA
foodborneDennys Corp./Oct 2016 to Sep 2018
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Identified opportunities to increase revenue, decrease kitchen expenses and maximize departmental productivity without compromising guest satisfaction.
  • Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
  • Operated all kitchen equipment safely to avoid injuries.
  • Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
  • Created nutritious, safe, visually appealing, innovative and properly prepared and flavored food.
  • Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
  • Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
  • Mixed, weighed and proofed ingredients to match exact recipe formula.
  • Measured and regulated oven, broiler and roaster operations for cooking at correct temperatures.
  • Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize salmonella and other foodborne illnesses.
  • Garnished and arranged dishes into creative presentations to delight patrons.
  • Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients to use oldest products first.
  • Chopped, diced, and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of busy periods, including dinner rush.
  • Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, meticulously following recipes to produce quality dishes.
  • Communicated with wait staff regarding customer requests, dietary concerns and allergy questions.
Custodial Worker
Foster City, CA
Aerotek/Jun 2014 to Mar 2016
  • Handled, used and stored hazardous chemical cleaners correctly to prevent injury or illness.
  • Implemented step-savers that reduced cleaning time per room by while maintaining company quality standards.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and adhere to OSHA standards of safe working practices.
  • Gathered and emptied trash and recycling bins.
  • Emptied all trash cans and replaced liners, disposing of all refuse in proper receptacles for garbage and recycling collections.
  • Safely operated equipment such as vacuum cleaners
  • Mopped and vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance at all times.
  • Vacuumed carpets, mopped floors and washed blinds, using company-approved cleaning products.
  • Immediately cleaned up spills and wet areas on floors resulting from ceiling leaks to prevent customer and personnel falls.
Stocker Associate
Redwood City, CA
Target/Feb 2012 to Jun 2013

unloading of trucks distribution of boxes to pallets

delivering pallets to designated areas for distribution

and putting items on the shelves where they go

Also Plano resetting Arrangement of items according to

design.

Also changing of price tags via hand held scanner tc40

Education and Training
High School DiplomaVasco De Quiroga Jun 1992Michoacan Mexico
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Dennys Corp.
  • foodborneDennys Corp.
  • Aerotek
  • Target

School Attended

  • Vasco De Quiroga

Job Titles Held:

  • Cook
  • Custodial Worker
  • Stocker Associate

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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