Andres Garcia Ramos
Arlington Heights,IL
Summary
Efficient kitchen staff member with experience in maintaining cleanliness, ensuring food safety standards, and supporting culinary team in preparation of diverse dishes. Strengths include multitasking abilities, high adaptability to fast-paced environments, and strong teamwork skills. Previously contributed to improved kitchen operations by implementing effective procedures for food prep and storage.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Staff Member
Lou Malnatis Pizzeria
Elk Grove, IL
07.2017 - Current
- Cleaned and sanitized work surfaces, equipment, utensils, dishes, or silverware.
- Prepared a variety of foods according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures.
- Stocked and replenished kitchen supplies and ingredients as needed.
- Followed health and safety guidelines for food preparation and service.
- Operated various kitchen appliances such as mixers, slicers, ovens, grills .
- Assisted in the preparation of all menu items including salads, appetizers and entrees.
- Monitored inventory of supplies and communicated needs to supervisor.
- Kept track of food waste and spoilage to ensure minimal loss.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas throughout shift.
- Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators, and heating equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Carried out basic cleaning duties such as sweeping floors, washing dishes .
- Adhered to established sanitation standards while preparing food items.
- Communicated effectively with waitstaff regarding order tickets for accurate delivery times.
- Prevented spoilage or cross-contamination by storing food in designated containers and areas.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on kitchen equipment to prevent malfunctions.
Kitchen Manager
Lou Malnatis Pizzeria
Chicago, IL
08.2014 - 07.2017
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Managed employee relations by providing guidance on job duties as well as disciplinary actions when needed.
- Evaluated employee performance through observation of work habits, attitude toward customers and adherence to company policies.
- Promoted an atmosphere of teamwork among kitchen staff members by fostering open communication between team members.
- Kept kitchen equipment properly functioning by following manufacturer's operating instructions and educating staff on proper use.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Education
GED
William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, IL05-2022
Skills
- Food preparation
- Sanitation and safety
- Food storage
- Health code compliance
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Stock maintenance
- Safe food handling
- Team leadership
- Staff management
- Complex Problem-solving
- Policy implementation
- Task delegation
- Clear communication
- Staff training and development
- Expectation setting
Affiliations
- Mechanic
- Handyman
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Food Handler License
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kitchen Staff Member
Lou Malnatis Pizzeria
07.2017 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Lou Malnatis Pizzeria
08.2014 - 07.2017
GED
William Rainey Harper College