Alonso Duran
Mission
Summary
Skilled Lead Cook with a proven track record at Whataburger for enhancing kitchen efficiency and team productivity. Excelled in meal preparation and kitchen management, fostering a collaborative environment. Demonstrated exceptional food safety knowledge and guest relations, significantly improving service speed and quality.
Meticulous Cook eager to create unique and delicious dishes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with good understanding of seamless dining experience for customers. Creative and dedicated to staying up-to-date with food trends.
Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with fast food cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational bilingual skills.
Offering dedicated approach to culinary arts and willingness to learn and grow in dynamic kitchen setting. Brings keen understanding of flavor profiles and knack for creativity in dish presentation. Ready to use and develop skills in food preparation and kitchen management in a leader role.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Cook
Whataburger
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Efficiently handled high-volume orders while maintaining superior food quality through precise execution of cooking methods.
- Took over line positions in event of emergency.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining cooking processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Taught kitchen staff safety protocols and restaurant standards.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Delegated jobs within kitchen depending on restaurant traffic and employee skill.
- Would have the absolute best cook times and speed of service
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Welcomed customers and provided quick and attentive service.
- Developed a strong knowledge of product offerings to confidently answer customer inquiries and provide recommendations when needed.
- Described menu items in detail and educated customers about meal options.
- Warmly greeted and welcomed customers to establishment before requesting food order.
Cook
McDonald's
05.2021 - 06.2021
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
- Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mission High School
Mission, TX06-2021
Skills
- Meal preparation
- Kitchen management
- Food safety
- Kitchen organization
- Crew training
- Ingredient preparation
- Training management
- Ingredient knowledge
- Employee supervision
- Staff coordination
- Kitchen sanitation
- Sanitation practices
- Guest relations
- Cleaning skills
- Memory retention
- Menu memorization
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Lead Cook
Whataburger
01.2023 - 12.2024
Cook
McDonald's
05.2021 - 06.2021
High School Diploma -
Mission High School