Microsoft 365
Anderson Najera
Chef, Line Cook
Waukegan,IL
Summary
Motivated kitchen leader offering dedicated experience in food preparation. High standards for taste and quality with under pressure self control. Communication and leadership skills.
Passion and Love for Cooking, Aspiring to be a great Executive Chef in the Upcoming Future.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Jr Sous Chef , Lead Line Cook
The Shanty's
Wadsworth, IL
03.2022 - 01.2024
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Ordered food items for upcoming events per sous chef request.
- Oversaw cleanliness of each station in kitchen.
- Led team by example in preparing items accurately and according to high-quality standards.
- Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
- Assisted sous chef with weekly schedule drafts for kitchen staff
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Executed and supervised plate preparation according to temperature and condiment specifications.
Line Cook
Lincoln Station
Chicago, IL
06.2020 - 03.2022
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Education
High School Diploma -
Waukegan High School
Waukegan, IL 08.2014 - 06.2018
Skills
Plates presentation
Kitchen organization
Safe food handling
Ingredient preparation
Excellent Communication
Multitasking Abilities
Software
Languages
Spanish, English
Timeline
Jr Sous Chef , Lead Line Cook
The Shanty's
03.2022 - 01.2024
Line Cook
Lincoln Station
06.2020 - 03.2022
High School Diploma -
Waukegan High School
08.2014 - 06.2018