Angelica Colon Vazquez
Davenport,FL
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts, excelling in food preparation and kitchen safety. Proven ability to enhance efficiency and mentor team members while maintaining high-quality standards. Adept in allergen awareness and committed to fostering an inclusive dining experience. Passionate about continual improvement and collaboration. With solid foundation in culinary support, specializing in assisting head chefs with meal preparation and kitchen management. Proven ability to contribute to high-quality dish production and maintain clean, organized workspace. Demonstrated expertise in food safety and knife skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef Assistant
Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts
02.2022 - Current
- I work in All Start Music, Morocco (Epcot)
- Prepared and cooked quality meals in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
- Followed recipes and instructions to achieve quality and presentation standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict sanitation guidelines for a safe kitchen environment.
- Assisted head chef in menu planning for optimal ingredient utilization and minimized food waste.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Wrapped, dated, and stored food in refrigerators under standardized temperature for future uses.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling and preparation techniques.
- Increased kitchen safety by rigorously adhering to health and sanitation standards.
- Adhered to dietary restrictions and accommodated allergies as necessary, fostering an inclusive dining experience for all guests.
1st Cook
Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts
11.2019 - 02.2022
- I work in Art of Animations, Festivals and Morocco (Epcot)
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and maintaining a clean workspace.
- Expedited orders during peak service times, working closely with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth operations.
- Streamlined communication within the culinary team by establishing clear expectations regarding daily responsibilities and overall goals.
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable pricing terms for bulk purchases without sacrificing quality or freshness of ingredients.
- Ensured adherence to health codes through regular cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas.
- Maintained high-quality standards by consistently preparing dishes according to established recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
Front of the House
Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts
11.2020 - 04.2021
- I work in Pop Century
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
2nd Cook
Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts
12.2018 - 11.2019
- I work cook 2 in the resort of Art of Animstions
- Contributed to positive team dynamics by effectively communicating with coworkers and supporting their needs during busy shifts.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation and cooking processes.
- Ensured timely service by managing multiple simultaneous orders without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Worked closely with the front-of-house team to address customer inquiries or concerns swiftly.
- Mentored junior kitchen staff, providing guidance on proper cooking techniques and workplace safety protocols.
- Maintained excellent attendance record despite demanding work schedule and long hours.
Culinary Collage Program
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts
01.2018 - 12.2018
- I work my collage program in the resort Art of Animation.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Cook
Head Start Program
10.2015 - 01.2018
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Monitored quality control procedures to guarantee preparation and delivery of healthy menu choices.
- Planned nutritious meal options for individuals with various health needs and conditions.
Cook
Carpaccio
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Cooked assembled pizzas in oven, removed when done, allowed to cool, cut and boxed completed orders, entering real-time preparation updates in electronic system from start to finish.
- Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
- Handled high-volume orders during peak times with accuracy and speed while maintaining attention to detail for each pizza creation.
- Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary
Ana G Mendez
Carolina, Puerto Rico06-2017
Skills
- Food preparation
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen safety
- Menu supervision
- Chef support
- Knife skills
- Sanitation practices
- Food storage
- Food handling
- Temperature control
- Allergen awareness
- Sauce making
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Designed whole new menu, including meal selections, beverages and pricing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Chef Assistant
Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts
02.2022 - Current
Front of the House
Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts
11.2020 - 04.2021
1st Cook
Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts
11.2019 - 02.2022
2nd Cook
Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts
12.2018 - 11.2019
Culinary Collage Program
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts
01.2018 - 12.2018
Cook
Carpaccio
08.2016 - 12.2016
Cook
Head Start Program
10.2015 - 01.2018
Associate of Arts - Culinary
Ana G Mendez
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