Andres Hurtado
Aurora,CO
Summary
Experienced culinary professional with a lifelong career in fast-paced kitchen environments, including senior living facilities, and multi-station operations. Skilled in food preparation, team collaboration, and maintaining high standards of safety and cleanliness. Seeking an opportunity to leverage my strong work ethic, adaptability, and attention to detail in a new industry. Eager to prove my value and contribute to a dynamic team outside the food industry.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Hilltop Reserve Senior Living
Denver, CO
10.2023 - Current
- Prepared and served high-quality, nutritious meals in accordance with dietary restrictions and special needs of senior residents, including low-sodium, diabetic, and texture-modified diets.
- Rotated between multiple dining halls and kitchen stations, demonstrating adaptability and comprehensive knowledge of kitchen operations.
- Built positive relationships with residents through friendly interactions and responsiveness to special meal requests.
- Proactively identified and resolved issues in food preparation or delivery to ensure resident satisfaction and kitchen efficiency.
Line Cook
Neko Ramen and Rice
Denver, CO
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Thrived in a high-pressure, fast-paced kitchen environment while maintaining attention to detail and food safety standards.
- Demonstrated excellent time management and multitasking skills during peak service hours.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Trained new cooks on recipes, preparation methods, safety procedures and sanitation guidelines.
Line Cook/Kitchen Prep Cook
Hollan Dazed
Broomfield, CO
01.2020 - 03.2023
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Developed strategies to enhance food-presentation aspects of catering and retail environments.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Overland High School
Aurora, CO05-2023
Skills
- Time management in high-volume settings
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Conflict resolution under pressure
- Dependability and punctuality
- Effective prioritization
- Workstation cleanliness
- Critical thinking
- Communication
Affiliations
- Tenor Saxophone Player
- Hiking Enthusiast
- Mind-Challenging Activities
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Line Cook
Hilltop Reserve Senior Living
10.2023 - Current
Line Cook
Neko Ramen and Rice
03.2023 - 11.2023
Line Cook/Kitchen Prep Cook
Hollan Dazed
01.2020 - 03.2023
High School Diploma -
Overland High School
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