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Maria Esquivias

Joliet,IL

Summary

Dynamic food preparation professional with extensive experience excelling in food handling, preparation, teamwork. Proven ability to enhance workflow efficiency and contribute to menu development, ensuring high-quality food presentation. Recognized for reliability and a strong commitment to sanitation procedures, consistently delivering exceptional customer satisfaction. I am also certified as a manager and have my diploma.

Work History

Preparation Cook

Steak House Restaurant
Channahon, IL
  • Prepared ingredients and components for menu items, ensuring freshness and quality standards.
  • Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, adhering to safety protocols.
  • Maintained cleanliness of workstations and kitchen areas, promoting a sanitary cooking environment.
  • Assisted chefs in food preparation tasks, contributing to timely meal service delivery.
  • Monitored inventory levels of food supplies, notifying management when restocking was necessary.
  • Followed standardized recipes accurately to ensure consistent product quality across all dishes.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to optimize workflow during peak service times, improving efficiency.
  • Developed familiarity with various cooking techniques and methods through hands-on experience in the kitchen.
  • Contributed to menu development by suggesting new recipes ideas that were well-received by customers and colleagues alike.

Food Preparation Worker

Chilis Resturant
Homer Glen, IL
  • Prepared ingredients according to recipes, ensuring consistency and quality in food presentation
  • Maintained cleanliness of kitchen workspace, adhering to safety and sanitation standards
  • Assisted team members in assembling dishes for timely service during peak hours
  • Operated kitchen equipment, including grills and fryers, with adherence to operational guidelines
  • Monitored inventory levels, assisting in stock management to reduce waste
  • Organized and re-stocked various stations and self-service items.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Supported kitchen team by being responsive and pitching in to complete tasks.

Food Preparation Worker

Bulldog Ale House
New Lenox, IL
  • Collaborated with front-of-house staff to streamline order fulfillment and enhance customer satisfaction
  • Trained new employees on food preparation techniques and safety protocols
  • Implemented efficient food prep processes, improving overall workflow speed
  • Kept workstation and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked.
  • Sanitized work surfaces between food preparation, avoiding cross-contamination and maintaining food safety guidelines.
  • Demonstrated punctuality and reliability in consistently arriving for scheduled shifts to meet service demands.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Packaged and stored food products following proper handling and preservation methods.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, adhering to strict health and safety standards for optimal work conditions.
  • Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
  • Followed recipe guidelines meticulously, ensuring a consistent flavor profile for signature dishes.
  • Guaranteed customer satisfaction by quickly delivering orders.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ana Maria Casillas
Mexico

Skills

  • Knife skills
  • Vegetable prep
  • Cutting techniques
  • Frying techniques
  • Sanitation procedures
  • Food storage
  • Measuring ingredients
  • Ingredient preparation
  • Stock preparation
  • Grilling techniques
  • Menu planning
  • Roasting techniques
  • Batch cooking
  • Steaming techniques
  • Protein prep
  • Recipe execution
  • Willingness to learn
  • Quick-learning
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Time management
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Following instructions
  • Efficient multitasking
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Active listener
  • Equipment sanitation
  • Food preparation
  • Safe food handling
  • Food handling
  • Inventory management
  • Teamwork

Timeline

Preparation Cook

Steak House Restaurant

Food Preparation Worker

Chilis Resturant

Food Preparation Worker

Bulldog Ale House

High School Diploma -

Ana Maria Casillas

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