MARIANA GARCIA
The Bronx,NY
Summary
Focused professional with expertise preparing meals for customers in busy establishments. Versatile professional with experience in food safety, supply management and plating. Courteous and bilingual with excellent multitasking and presentation skills. Disciplined cook committed to impeccable food preparation and presentation for restaurants. Recognized for preparing high-quality cuisine aligned to restaurant standards and consistency requirements. Familiar with diverse culinary, pastry and baking techniques.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
JOBO
BRONX , NY
04.2022 - 04.2025
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
COOK
El Valle Restaurant
BRONX, NY
02.2020 - 02.2022
- Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
COOK
TROPICAL RESTAURANT
BRONX, NY
07.2018 - 01.2020
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
Cook
C Town Supermarket
BRONX, NY
11.2016 - 05.2017
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Cook
RESTAURANT MARGO
NY, NY
05.2014 - 09.2016
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
Education
5 FIVE GRADE -
EMMA BALAGUER
SANTO DOMINGO, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC09-1975
Skills
- Food safety
- Meal preparation
- Recipe modification
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Temperature monitoring
- Problem resolution
- Temperature control
- Food preparation
Timeline
Cook
JOBO
04.2022 - 04.2025
COOK
El Valle Restaurant
02.2020 - 02.2022
COOK
TROPICAL RESTAURANT
07.2018 - 01.2020
Cook
C Town Supermarket
11.2016 - 05.2017
Cook
RESTAURANT MARGO
05.2014 - 09.2016
5 FIVE GRADE -
EMMA BALAGUER
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