Alex Lara
Summary
Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Proven track record of maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, ensuring food safety and stock management. Possesses excellent communication skills, working effectively in team settings to maximize productivity. Proficient in recipe management and development, with a strong work ethic and dedication to delivering exceptional culinary experiences.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Cook
Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista - Disney Springs Area
02.2024 - Current
- Efficiently handled high-volume orders while maintaining superior food quality through precise execution of cooking methods.
- Maintained a high standard of food quality, resulting in a 95% customer satisfaction rate.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining cooking processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Increased efficiency by 25% through process improvements.
- Coordinated line cook break schedules to avoid delays during busy periods and maintain adequate coverage.
Cook
Paradise Food And Bar
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods
- Took inventory counts before and after shifts to complete food inventory or storage sheets
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
Cook
Simon Parrilla Bar & Grill
07.2022 - 02.2023
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
Education
Associate of Arts - Gastronomy
Uniagustiniana
Bogota, Colombia11.2019
Associate of Arts - Gastronomy Degree
Uniagustiniana
Bogota, Colombia08.2018
Skills
- Dish Preparation
- Cutting and Slicing Techniques
- Ingredient Selection
- Kitchen Sanitation
- Food Preparation
- Product Rotations
- New Recipe Creation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Meal Preparation
- Kitchen Organization
- Food Safety
- Food presentation
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Lead Cook
Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista - Disney Springs Area
02.2024 - Current
Cook
Paradise Food And Bar
02.2023 - 02.2024
Cook
Simon Parrilla Bar & Grill
07.2022 - 02.2023
Associate of Arts - Gastronomy
Uniagustiniana
Associate of Arts - Gastronomy Degree
Uniagustiniana
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