Line Cook
Apolinar Vergara Escobar
Chicago, Illinois
01.2025 - Current
- Followed recipes to prepare dishes according to restaurant standards.
- Ensured that all food items were stored properly in accordance with health regulations.
- Adhered to sanitation policies at all times during food preparation process.
- Followed safety procedures while using sharp knives and other kitchen tools.
- Plated dishes for presentation before serving them to customers or staff members.
- Set up workstations with all necessary ingredients and cooking equipment.
- Assisted in the preparation of meals by chopping vegetables, preparing sauces, and marinating meats.
- Checked temperatures of cooked foods to ensure they were properly cooked through.
- Cooked various menu items such as grilled meats, fish, and pasta dishes according to specifications.
- Organized kitchen supplies, including cleaning and sanitizing utensils and surfaces.
- Cleaned work areas after each shift was completed.
- Assisted in setting up catering events for large groups of people.
- Attended meetings with chefs and other staff members to discuss operational issues.
- Used food thermometer to verify cooking of food items to proper temperature.
- Worked closely with cashiers to obtain order information and accurately complete customers' orders.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to prevent foodborne illnesses.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Cooked menu items based on customer orders.
- Used grills, deep fryers and griddles to cook food.
- Followed specific methods for food preparation and proper portioning.
- Mixed ingredients for batter or dough.
- Packaged and bagged cooked food and prepared items.
- Washed and cut ingredients for quick meal assembly.
- Kept items warm until sold using heat lamps.