Luis Toledo
Huntington Beach,CA
Summary
Accomplished Lead Cook with a proven track record at Da Hawaiian Kitchen, where I elevated food quality and kitchen efficiency. Expert in food preparation and plating, complemented by strong multitasking abilities. Renowned for enhancing customer satisfaction through exceptional service and maintaining stringent health standards. Excelled in team collaboration and problem-solving, ensuring seamless kitchen operations.
Transitioning from fast-paced kitchen environment where skills in time management and multitasking were developed. Proven ability to work under pressure and maintain high standards of food quality and presentation. Looking to apply these skills in new, dynamic role that values dedication and efficiency.
Bringing positive attitude and strong teamwork skills to kitchen environment. Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices combined with ability to follow recipes and prepare ingredients. Dedicated to creating delicious meals and contributing to high-quality dining experience.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Tommy Bahamas
Newport Beach, CA
06.2024 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Cook
Double Tree Hilton
Irvine, CA
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Lead Cook
Da Hawaiian Kitchen
Huntington Beach, CA
02.2017 - 06.2023
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Cook
Ballast Point
Anaheim, CA
02.2018 - 02.2020
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Skills
- Cleaning and organization
- Customer service
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Kitchen organization
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Frying
- Cooking techniques
- Knife skills
- Sanitation
- Supply restocking
- Surface cleaning
- Food presentation
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Grilling
- Food plating and presentation
- Portion control
- Food plating
- Food handler certification
- Operations management
- Beautiful presentation of food
- Sauce making
- Allergen awareness
- Event catering
- Recipes and menu planning
- Food pairing
- Menu planning
- Recipe development
- Pastry making
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cook
Tommy Bahamas
06.2024 - Current
Cook
Double Tree Hilton
06.2023 - 06.2024
Cook
Ballast Point
02.2018 - 02.2020
Lead Cook
Da Hawaiian Kitchen
02.2017 - 06.2023