Ariel Salinas
Houston,TX
Summary
Driven by a passion for culinary excellence and a knack for team leadership, I honed my skills at Toasted coconut , mastering food safety and problem-solving in high-stakes environments. Leading brunch shifts. My adeptness at meat cutting and active listening propelled kitchen efficiency, achieving a significant boost in customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Velvet Taco
Houston, TX
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Line Cook
Winnies
Houston
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Supported head chef during high-volume periods by efficiently executing complex tasks with precision under pressure.
Line Cook
Toasted Coconut
Houston, TX
01.2019 - 02.2022
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Supported head chef during high-volume periods by efficiently executing complex tasks with precision under pressure.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking supplies and placing orders as needed.
Store Manager
Cloud 10
Houston, TX
08.2017 - 09.2018
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening
Bar Manager
Palace Party Event Service -your Event Staffing Solutions
Houston, TX
02.2016 - 02.2018
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
Shift Leader
Amy’s Ice Cream
Houston
03.2016 - 09.2017
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment while ensuring all employees adhered to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
- Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, maintaining accurate records and minimizing discrepancies.
Counter Server
Pei Wei
Houston, TX
06.2015 - 06.2017
- Managed multiple tasks in high-volume environment.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing prompt and accurate service in a fast-paced environment.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere by supporting teammates during high-volume periods.
- Processed cash, debit and credit card payments.
Education
GED -
Houston Community College
Houston, TX05.2014
Skills
- Active listener
- Problem-Solving
- Food safety knowledge
- Kitchen Station Setup
- Following cooking methods
- Deep Fryer Operation
- Quality Control
- Line Management
- Meat Cutting
- Food Allergen Safety
- Food Storage Procedures
- Crew training
- Menu Item Memorization
- Portioning
- Back of House Operations
- Allergen awareness
- Sauce making
- Head Chef Collaboration
Timeline
Line Cook
Velvet Taco
01.2023 - 04.2024
Line Cook
Winnies
04.2022 - 11.2022
Line Cook
Toasted Coconut
01.2019 - 02.2022
Store Manager
Cloud 10
08.2017 - 09.2018
Shift Leader
Amy’s Ice Cream
03.2016 - 09.2017
Bar Manager
Palace Party Event Service -your Event Staffing Solutions
02.2016 - 02.2018
Counter Server
Pei Wei
06.2015 - 06.2017
GED -
Houston Community College