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Alfredo Moreno Cajigal

Phoenix,Arizona

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with fine dining experience at Spiga Cucina Italiana, excelling in quality control and food preparation. Proven ability to enhance kitchen productivity while ensuring guest satisfaction. Detail-oriented and reliable, skilled in ingredient identification and kitchen safety, consistently delivering exceptional dishes that meet high standards.

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Cook

Spiga Cucina Italiana
Scottsdale, Arizona
10.2022 - Current
  • Work in a multidisciplinary team prepping and assisting head chef to complete orders throughout the day.
  • Checked quality of ingredients before adding them to a dish or meal.
  • Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
  • Regulated oven, broiler, and roaster operations for cooking at correct temperatures.
  • Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
  • Adhered to safety procedures when handling hazardous materials such as knives or cleaning supplies.
  • Followed instructions from supervisors regarding menu changes or special orders.
  • Assisted with food preparation tasks such as chopping vegetables and grinding meats.
  • Identified opportunities to increase revenue, decrease kitchen expenses and maximize departmental productivity without compromising guest satisfaction.

Cook's Assistant

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse
Chandler, Az
05.2018 - 10.2022
  • Assisted head chef by chopping and preparing cooking ingredients.
  • Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
  • Assisted in prepping ingredients for meals by washing, peeling, and cutting vegetables.
  • Cut or sliced meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
  • Monitored quality control of all dishes served to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Verified freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items and rotating stock.
  • Washed preparation utensils, tools and machinery by hand or industrial dishwasher.
  • Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies such as food items, utensils, and equipment.
  • Prepared ingredients for daily menu items under head chef's guidance.

Landscaper

Self-employeed
Phoenix, Arizona
03.2011 - 05.2018
  • Organized through self-employment managing properties for enhancement purposes in various communities.
  • Trimmed or edged around flower beds, walks, or walls.
  • Planted trees, shrubs, bushes and flowers in decorative planters and displays.
  • Followed planned landscaping designs to lay sod, seed grass or plant flowers and foliage.
  • Mixed and sprayed or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides using hand or automatic dispensers.
  • Performed routine maintenance of irrigation systems including repairs when needed.
  • Raked, mulched and composted leaves.
  • Transported plants, turf and other materials to designated areas for installation.
  • Pruned and trimmed trees and shrubs with shears and pruning saws.
  • Ensured proper disposal of all waste generated from job sites.
  • Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.

Electrician

New Electric, Inc
Phoenix, AZ
11.2007 - 02.2011
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning systems or components.
  • Worked on high voltage switchgear projects involving transformer hookups and terminations up to 15kv level.
  • Diagnosed malfunctioning systems, apparatus and components to locate cause of breakdowns and correct problems.
  • Prepared sketches showing location of wiring and equipment or followed diagrams during installation process.
  • Responded quickly to emergency calls regarding electrical malfunctions.
  • Reviewed blueprints to determine electrical component and wiring locations.
  • Dismantled electrical components using hand tools to disconnect and restore wiring connections.
  • Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
  • Assessed, tested and operated variety of electrical components and systems.

Electrician

Michell Electric
Phoenix, AZ
01.2002 - 11.2007
  • Worked on high voltage switchgear projects involving transformer hookups and terminations up to 15kv level.
  • Diagnosed malfunctioning systems, apparatus and components to locate cause of breakdowns and correct problems.
  • Prepared sketches showing location of wiring and equipment or followed diagrams during installation process.
  • Reviewed blueprints to determine electrical component and wiring locations.
  • Dismantled electrical components using hand tools to disconnect and restore wiring connections.
  • Led teams and delegated tasks to install, maintain, or repair electrical systems and wiring.
  • Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.

Room Service Attendant

Phoenician Resort
Scottsdale, AZ
12.1996 - 05.2001
  • Performed cleaning duties and removed trays from hotel rooms.
  • Replenished linens, towels and guest amenities in accordance with established standards.
  • Responded promptly to customer inquiries and requests for assistance.
  • Maintained clean, neat and professional uniform to promote positive corporate image.
  • Complied with all company policies and procedures relating to room service operations.

Cook

Blu Burger
Scottsdale, Arizona
03.1992 - 11.1996
  • Prepped and organized various products in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
  • Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
  • Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.

Education

Bachelors - AC and Refrigeration

CBTis No. 136
Mexico
05.1986

Highschool Diploma -

Benito Juares
Mexico
05.1983

Skills

  • Assistant Cook
  • Quality control
  • Detail-oriented
  • Professionalism
  • Italian Cuisine Expertise
  • Quality assurance
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Food preparing, plating, and presentation
  • Line Cook
  • Handwash Precautions
  • Electrical equipment maintenance
  • Fixture installation
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Circuit analysis

Skills And Certifications - Skills

  • Assistant Cook
  • Line Cook
  • Pantry Preparation
  • Handwash Precautions

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Full Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assistant Cook

Spiga Cucina Italiana
10.2022 - Current

Cook's Assistant

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse
05.2018 - 10.2022

Landscaper

Self-employeed
03.2011 - 05.2018

Electrician

New Electric, Inc
11.2007 - 02.2011

Electrician

Michell Electric
01.2002 - 11.2007

Room Service Attendant

Phoenician Resort
12.1996 - 05.2001

Cook

Blu Burger
03.1992 - 11.1996

Bachelors - AC and Refrigeration

CBTis No. 136

Highschool Diploma -

Benito Juares

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