Alan Cruz
Henderson,NV
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Yard House
07.2023 - 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 and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
+Kitchen Manager
The Cheesecake Factory
02.2002 - 06.2023
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing staff scheduling.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
Education
GED -
West Valley Occupational Center
Woodland Hills, CA05.2010
Skills
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
Timeline
Line Cook
Yard House
07.2023 - Current
+Kitchen Manager
The Cheesecake Factory
02.2002 - 06.2023
GED -
West Valley Occupational Center