ALEX RAMIREZ
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths. Team-oriented prep cook with several years of hands-on experience preparing food in fast-paced eating environments. Skilled in kitchen sanitization, basic cooking and ingredient measurement and assembly.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
CAFE POTPOURRI
Ridgecrest, CA
01.1998 - 02.1999
- Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, such as washing, peeling, cutting and slicing vegetables.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
- Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
- Checked freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.
Line Cook
El Pollo Loco
Las Vegas, NV
07.1995 - 11.1997
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
Line Cook
Ricardo's Mexican Restaurant
Las Vegas, NV
04.1993 - 05.1995
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
Line Cook Supervisor
Ferraro's Italian Restaurant
Las Vegas, NV
04.1991 - 03.1993
- Directed, supervised, and trained line cooks in preparation of dishes according to recipes and established standards.
- Ensured food items were prepared in a timely manner while adhering to quality control standards.
- Monitored daily operations of kitchen staff to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently and safely.
- Inspected supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure conformance to established standards.
Line Cook
El Torito Grill
Houston, TX
07.1989 - 02.1991
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
Prep Cook
DINO CAFE
Los Angeles, CA
06.1986 - 06.1989
- Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, such as washing, peeling, cutting and slicing vegetables.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
- Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
- Checked freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.
Education
High School Diploma -
BELMONT HIGH SCHOOL
Los Angeles, CA06-1988
Skills
- Sauce preparation
- Vegetable washing
- Food safety oversight
- Foodservice sanitation
- Order delivery practices
- Food handling
- Food cost control
- Food allergy awareness
- Chopping vegetables
- Cleaning and organization
- Ingredient inspection
- Garnish preparation
- Food spoilage prevention
- Cutting techniques
- Punctual and honest
- Recipe reading
- Highly motivated
- Safe food handling procedures
- Efficient multitasking
- Adherence to recipes
Affiliations
- TEAM PLAYER
Timeline
Prep Cook
CAFE POTPOURRI
01.1998 - 02.1999
Line Cook
El Pollo Loco
07.1995 - 11.1997
Line Cook
Ricardo's Mexican Restaurant
04.1993 - 05.1995
Line Cook Supervisor
Ferraro's Italian Restaurant
04.1991 - 03.1993
Line Cook
El Torito Grill
07.1989 - 02.1991
Prep Cook
DINO CAFE
06.1986 - 06.1989
High School Diploma -
BELMONT HIGH SCHOOL
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