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Angel Garcia

Freeport,TX

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Panda Express, excelling in food preparation and quality control. Highly motivated and detail-oriented, I effectively trained staff on food safety protocols while minimizing waste through strategic inventory management. Committed to delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen environment.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Line Cook

Chilis's Bar and Grill
05.2024 - 07.2025
  • Prepared high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace, adhering to food safety regulations.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours, enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Assisted in inventory management, monitoring stock levels, and minimizing waste through efficient prep work.

Grill Cook

Chipotle
04.2023 - 02.2024
  • Operated grill equipment to prepare high-quality food in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ensured food safety and sanitation standards were consistently met during food preparation.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance kitchen efficiency.
  • Monitored cooking times to guarantee optimal flavor and presentation of grilled items.

Chef

Panda Express
04.2020 - 01.2023
  • Prepared high-quality dishes according to standardized recipes and presentation standards.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on food safety protocols and proper cooking techniques.
  • Managed inventory levels, ensuring availability of ingredients while minimizing waste.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen environment to meet health regulations.
  • Monitored cooking times and temperatures to guarantee optimal food quality and safety.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.

CAP Team 2 Associate

Walmart
06.2017 - 03.2020

Unloaded Truck orders

Stocked Grocery department inventory

Education

High School Diploma - Art Education

Monterey High School
Lubbock, TX
05.2016

Skills

  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Highly motivated
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Professional attitude
  • Customer service
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Food preparation
  • Problem-solving
  • Food safety knowledge
  • Food safety
  • Knife skills
  • Quality control

Certification

Management Food handler certification

Timeline

Line Cook

Chilis's Bar and Grill
05.2024 - 07.2025

Grill Cook

Chipotle
04.2023 - 02.2024

Chef

Panda Express
04.2020 - 01.2023

CAP Team 2 Associate

Walmart
06.2017 - 03.2020

High School Diploma - Art Education

Monterey High School
Angel Garcia