Ana Pineda
Livermore,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
Chick-fil-A
02.2024 - Current
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace during busy shifts.
- Expedited food preparation for timely service by closely following chef''s instructions and prioritizing tasks.
- Maintained optimal food quality by adhering to strict guidelines for food safety and sanitation.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
Head Cook
Honey's Kettle Fried Chicken
06.2021 - 11.2022
- Managed kitchen staff, ensuring proper training and adherence to safety protocols for a safe working environment.
- Collaborated with dining room staff to ensure seamless communication between front-and back-of-house operations.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, meeting or exceeding health department requirements.
- Mentored junior cooks, providing guidance on culinary techniques and fostering professional growth within the team.
- Tracked food costs and adjusted menu pricing accordingly to maintain profitability while offering competitive prices for customers.
- Efficiently handled high-volume service periods without sacrificing quality or consistency in food preparation.
- Collaborated with restaurant management to develop and execute strategies for improving overall guest satisfaction.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
Line Cook
El Pollo Loco
06.2021 - 11.2022
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Increased kitchen productivity by keeping tools organized for easy access when needed.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using various kitchen equipment safely for efficient food preparation.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
Education
Lawyer
CEUTEC
La Ceiba, Atlantida, Honduras11.2018
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Temperature Monitoring
- Proper Portioning
- Cleaning and organization
- Dependable and reliable
- Safe Food Handling
- Food Preparation
- Food handling
- Following Instructions
- Highly motivated
- Quick-learning
Timeline
Prep Cook
Chick-fil-A
02.2024 - Current
Head Cook
Honey's Kettle Fried Chicken
06.2021 - 11.2022
Line Cook
El Pollo Loco
06.2021 - 11.2022
Lawyer
CEUTEC