Angelina Deflorio
Randolph,VT
Summary
After almost 8 years plus in the restaurant/cooking industry I've grown to learn and love most aspects of the work that i have had the pleasure creating. I am a strong female lead that is just trying to find a "balance" in the industry after years of the same old same old.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Sarduccis
Montpelier, VT
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
- Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production sheets including waste logs.
- Responded quickly to any customer complaints or concerns about their dining experience.
- Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
Prep Cook
Trail Break Taco
Quechee, VT
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
- Monitored inventory levels of all kitchen items and placed orders when needed.
- Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment as required for meal preparation.
- Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, such as washing, peeling, cutting and slicing vegetables.
Line Cook
Lui Lui Restaurant
West Lebanon, NH
01.2022 - 11.2023
- Trained new team members on proper meat and vegetable preparation techniques.
- Performed workstation prep prior to shift start.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Portioned food onto plates, added garnishes and sauces and handed off to wait staff for serving.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
- Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
Line Cook
The Cheesecake Factory
Sarasota, FL
01.2018 - 06.2021
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Chopped vegetables and seasoned meats and fish in preparation for grilling, sautéing and braising.
- Frosted and decorated cakes, cupcakes, doughnuts, sweet rolls, pastries, and cookies.
Line Cook
The Bonefish Grill
Bradenton, FL
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Identified opportunities to increase revenue, decrease kitchen expenses and maximize departmental productivity without compromising guest satisfaction.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Sanitized kitchen counters and preparation areas to prevent foodborne illness and cross-contamination.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Verified kitchen staff followed all recipes and portion serving guidelines correctly.
- Garnished and arranged dishes into creative presentations.
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
Line Cook
Applebee's Grill + Bar
Bradenton, FL
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
- Checked temperature of freezers and refrigerators to maintain proper storage of cold items.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Sanitized kitchen counters and preparation areas to prevent foodborne illness and cross-contamination.
- Performed workstation prep prior to shift start.
- Trained new team members on proper meat and vegetable preparation techniques.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Developed strategies to enhance food-presentation aspects of catering and retail environments.
Caterer
Randolph Technical Career Center
Randolph, VT
08.2014 - 07.2016
- Supervised the breakdown of buffet lines after each event was completed.
- Managed inventory of catering equipment including chafing dishes, serving utensils, linens.
- Created attractive displays for buffets using a variety of garnishes and decorations.
- Ensured proper storage of food items prior to catering events.
- Communicated effectively with waitstaff and other personnel to ensure smooth operation at catered functions.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen area before, during and after catered events.
- Ordered necessary supplies from vendors for catered events.
- Prepared food items for catering events including salads, sandwiches, appetizers, entrees, and desserts.
- Analyzed customer feedback post-event in order to improve services offered by the catering company.
- Monitored food preparation times in order to deliver hot meals on time.
- Organized and coordinated catering events with clients to ensure their needs were met.
- Developed menus and recipes according to client requests.
- Calculated accurate portion sizes when preparing meals for large groups.
- Coordinated food service stations and venue accommodations, including setup, and tear-down of furniture and equipment per customer guidelines.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by quickly addressing and resolving complaints with food or service.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and generating return business.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
- Analyzed recipes to determine menu prices based on cost of food, labor and overhead.
Education
Certfication - Culinary Arts
Randolph Technical Career Center
Randolph, VT07-2016
High School Diploma -
Randolph Union High School
Randolph, VT06-2016
Skills
- Kitchen Operations
- Line Management
- Food Safety
- Recipe preparation
- Food rotation
- Food presentation
- Portioning
- Back of House Operations
- Food Allergen Safety
- Special dietary requirements
- Punctual and honest
- Team Coordination
- Kitchen Sanitization
- Food Storage Procedures
- Meat Cutting
- Food Preparation
- Recipe Adaptation
- Sauce preparation
- Attention to Detail
- Active listener
- Menu Planning
- Grilling Techniques
- Kitchen Station Setup
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Prepared Foods Plating
- Highly motivated
- Knife Skills
- Food safety knowledge
- Menu Item Memorization
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- Deep Fryer Operation
- Crew training
Timeline
Line Cook
Sarduccis
07.2024 - 08.2024
Prep Cook
Trail Break Taco
02.2024 - 07.2024
Line Cook
Lui Lui Restaurant
01.2022 - 11.2023
Line Cook
The Cheesecake Factory
01.2018 - 06.2021
Line Cook
The Bonefish Grill
01.2017 - 01.2018
Line Cook
Applebee's Grill + Bar
01.2017 - 12.2017
Caterer
Randolph Technical Career Center
08.2014 - 07.2016
Certfication - Culinary Arts
Randolph Technical Career Center
High School Diploma -
Randolph Union High School