Alexis Palomino
Aromas,CA
Summary
Passionate, detail-oriented, and dedicated chef, skilled in meal preparation, food safety, and inventory management. A proven ability to maintain a creative kitchen environment, and collaborate with team members to enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
UCSC Dining
Santa Cruz, California
12.2022 - Current
- Prepare meals using fresh ingredients, following established recipes, and specific guidelines.
- Collaborate with kitchen team members to ensure efficient kitchen operations during peak hours.
- Assist in inventory management by tracking supplies, and notifying supervisors of shortages. Taking inventory when needed.
- Help train new staff on food safety standards, and proper cooking techniques.
- I always maintain a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping the floors, washing the surfaces, and emptying the trash cans.
- I prepare dishes in our fast-paced environment, working with my teammates to maintain a high customer satisfaction rate.
- I wrap, date, and label food items, and follow all the HACCP guidelines.
- I communicate and indicate every possible food allergen to the wait staff.
- Prepare large batches of food in order to maintain a full food line.
Chef de Cuisine
Palomino Catering
Santa Cruz, California
06.2023 - Current
- For every event, I supervise the kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- I collaborate with clients and customize dishes to fit their needs.
- Oversee plating presentation to enhance the visual appeal of each dish.
- I analyze financial statements to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- I have reviewed customer feedback and identified areas for improvement.
- I've catered multiple large events while handling menu planning, food costs, and other logistics.
Line Cook
The Point Kitchen and Bar
Santa Cruz, California
02.2021 - Current
- Tasked with cooking and plating dishes to meet restaurant standards.
- I communicate effectively with front-of-house staff regarding order status and timing, and I communicate any menu changes.
- I cook multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods, and expedite as well.
- In charge of setting up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils, and cooking equipment.
Short Order Cook
Santa Cruz Diner
Santa Cruz, California
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Prepared a variety of breakfast and lunch items quickly and efficiently.
- Managed inventory levels by restocking ingredients as needed throughout shifts.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
- Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Culinary And Hospitality Management
Cabrillo College
Aptos, CASkills
- Meal preparation
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Recipe adherence
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen collaboration
- Staff training
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Stress management
- Allergen awareness
- Extensive catering background
- Cost control
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Chef de Cuisine
Palomino Catering
06.2023 - Current
Cook
UCSC Dining
12.2022 - Current
Line Cook
The Point Kitchen and Bar
02.2021 - Current
Short Order Cook
Santa Cruz Diner
06.2020 - 08.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Culinary And Hospitality Management
Cabrillo College
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