Aaron Velez
Gaithersburg ,MD
Summary
Skilled Line Cook with background in fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environments. Experience includes preparing meals to order, plating and presenting dishes, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Strengths encompass knowledge of food safety regulations, culinary techniques, and inventory management. Previous work has demonstrated ability to keep up with rush hours while maintaining quality control and efficiency.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Burtons Grill
Gaithersburg, MD
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Executed tasks with precision and organization, maintaining high standards under pressure while fostering positive customer interactions.
- Utilized various kitchen utensils and equipment proficiently, contributing to efficient meal preparation and service.
- Demonstrated expertise in kitchen safety and sanitation standards, ensuring a clean and compliant cooking environment.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
Food Runner / Expo
Burtons Grill
Gaithersburg, MD
11.2023 - 09.2024
- Maintained a clean and organized work area throughout shift operations.
- Followed proper sanitation guidelines when handling food products.
- Communicated with chefs regarding potential menu changes or specials for the day.
Ice Cream Scooper
Bruster's Real Ice Cream
Gaithersburg, MD
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Greeted customers in a friendly manner and provided excellent customer service.
- Continually checked the quality of ice cream products served to ensure they met standards set by management.
- Maintained a clean work area and complied with health codes.
Food Runner / Expo
Grillmarx Steakhouse & Raw Bar
Clarksburg, MD
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Organized food orders and ensured accuracy of items served to customers.
- Replenished water glasses, bread baskets, condiments and other necessities during meal service.
- Ensured that all orders were correct before leaving the kitchen area.
- Assisted servers in setting up tables for guests.
- Delivered food to guests in a timely manner while following safety protocols.
Education
High School Diploma -
Seneca Valley High School
Germantown, MD06-2023
Skills
- Food preparation
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Cleaning and organization
- Inventory management
- Stress management
- Menu item memorization
Affiliations
- Read books
- Collect cars
Timeline
Line Cook
Burtons Grill
09.2024 - 01.2025
Food Runner / Expo
Burtons Grill
11.2023 - 09.2024
Ice Cream Scooper
Bruster's Real Ice Cream
07.2023 - 12.2023
Food Runner / Expo
Grillmarx Steakhouse & Raw Bar
06.2022 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
Seneca Valley High School
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