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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

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Software

Microsoft 365

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
Anderson NajeraChef, Line Cook