Anthony Díaz
New York,NY
Summary
Skilled Sauté and Line Cook with proven expertise in high-pressure culinary environments, demonstrated at Coppelia. Excelled in menu memorization and agility with the pan, ensuring high-quality food preparation and presentation. Known for exceptional teamwork, collaboration, and a keen eye for detail, significantly enhancing dining experiences and kitchen efficiency.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Sauté Cook
Coppelia
04.2022 - Current
- Sauteed and seasoned meats, pastas and vegetables to customer taste preference.
- Prepared sauces and garnishes to complement sauteed menu items.
- Adhered to safety procedures for operating and cleaning kitchen tools and machinery to avoid injury.
- Performed thorough quality checks of food plating and presentation.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
Line Cook
Coppelia
05.2021 - 04.2022
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Supported head chef during high-volume periods by efficiently executing complex tasks with precision under pressure.
Education
Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
ASA College
Brooklyn, NYSkills
- Menu Memorization
- Agility with the pan
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Food Preparing, Plating, and Presentation
- Excellent Communication
- Active Listening
- Food Safety
- Knife Skil
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Sauté Cook
Coppelia
04.2022 - Current
Line Cook
Coppelia
05.2021 - 04.2022
Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
ASA College