Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Armando Gallegos

Denver,CO

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Parrys Pizzaria and Taphouse, excelling in high-volume food preparation and customer service. Proven ability to enhance kitchen efficiency and maintain health compliance, while delivering visually appealing dishes. Strong multitasking and organization skills, complemented by a commitment to quality assurance and team collaboration.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cook

Parrys Pizzaria and Taphouse
05.2023 - 10.2024
  • 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.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.

Forklift Operator

Acme Manufacturing Company
03.2019 - 11.2020
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
  • Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
  • Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
  • Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.

Fabricator

Rk Steel
10.2017 - 12.2019
  • Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine specifications of materials and tools needed for specific jobs.
  • Operated welding machines and grinders to cut, shape and join metal workpieces.
  • Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
  • Cut bent, and formed sheet metal and other materials to create metal works.
  • Used gauges, templates, and other measuring devices to inspect production parts.
  • Ensured a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and maintaining properly functioning equipment.
  • Provided training and mentorship for new hires, fostering a positive team dynamic and promoting skill development.
  • Inspected equipment and materials to verify safety and quality standards.
  • Assisted in the design of custom products by providing input on material selection, dimensions, and functionality.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete projects accurately and quickly.
  • Developed innovative solutions for challenging fabrication projects, resulting in successful outcomes and satisfied clients.
  • Performed quality checks to verify proper lengths, widths, and painted finish discrepancies.
  • Collaborated with team members on complex projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality workmanship.
  • Adjusted machine settings and tooling to get accurate cuts and shapes for each job.
  • Aligned and verified positioning using measuring instruments to determine reference points and compute layout dimensions.
  • Reduced material waste by accurately measuring and cutting materials to precise specifications.
  • Maintained detailed records of work orders completed per day/week/month/year for accurate reporting and resource allocation.
  • Consistently met project deadlines through diligent time management, task prioritization, and effective communication with stakeholders.
  • Performed routine maintenance on fabrication equipment to ensure optimal performance levels during high-demand periods.
  • Enhanced team productivity with implementation of efficient metal cutting techniques.
  • Customized metal parts to client specifications, enhancing customer satisfaction with tailor-made solutions.
  • Achieved tight deadlines, efficiently managing time and prioritizing tasks in high-pressure environment.
  • Minimized project delays by proactively addressing potential issues in fabrication process.

Education

G.e.d. - Business Administration And Management

Colorados Finest Alternative High School
Denver, CO
03.2010

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Cooking
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Food handling
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Frying
  • Cooking techniques
  • Knife skills
  • Sanitation
  • Supply restocking
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Grilling
  • Performance improvement
  • Grilling expertise
  • Beautiful presentation of food
  • Culinary creativity
  • New hire training
  • Effective planner
  • Nutrition awareness
  • Fine dining
  • Operations management
  • Ingredient inspection
  • Pastry making
  • OSHA
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Team collaboration
  • Labor management
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Inventory management
  • Stock management
  • Cost control
  • Special diets
  • Recipe-based cooking
  • ServSafe certified
  • Recipe modification
  • High volume production capability
  • Quality assurance and control
  • Calm demeanor
  • Order prioritization
  • Focused and disciplined
  • Cutting and slicing techniques
  • Positive and professional
  • Culinary art

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of Number staff members.

Certification

  • Certified safeserve, qudoba - 2016

Timeline

Cook

Parrys Pizzaria and Taphouse
05.2023 - 10.2024

Forklift Operator

Acme Manufacturing Company
03.2019 - 11.2020

Fabricator

Rk Steel
10.2017 - 12.2019

G.e.d. - Business Administration And Management

Colorados Finest Alternative High School

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