Armando Tarango
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Motivated professional with several years of experience preparing delicious meals for customers. Polished in following proper food handling methods and maintaining correct temperature of food products. Creative and artistic professional committed to strengthening kitchen team with better collaboration, recipes and cooking techniques.
Focused professional with expertise preparing meals for customers in busy establishments. Versatile professional with experience in food safety, supply management and plating. Courteous and bilingual with excellent multitasking and presentation skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook/Prepared Foods Team Member
N/A
Los Angeles, California
10.2000 - Current
- cheff,prep,cook grill also construction worker security
- Sanitize
- Machinery
- Lift heavy equipment organize equipment..
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
- get along with team members also be focused on my job.
- Security guiding people.to there destination while events is in process
- Security on outside campus during events
- Walk around campus making sure no trespasser will sneak in premises.
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security for all personnel.
- Conducted routine patrols to identify and address potential security threats.
- Responded promptly to alarms and incidents, following established protocols.
- Managed access control by verifying identification of visitors and employees.
- Assisted in developing security policies to enhance overall safety measures.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
- Maintained accurate logs of all security related activities.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Monitored entrances and exits for unauthorized personnel or prohibited items being brought onto premises.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
- Confirmed visitor identification prior to granting entry into the building.
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies, and regulations.
- Provided escorts for visitors as needed throughout the facility.
- Assisted with crowd control during large events held at the facility.
- Reported safety hazards for remediation response.
- Observed patrons and customers to quickly address security situations.
- Prepared diverse dishes following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations during peak hours.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring fresh ingredients were available for daily menu items.
- Developed new menu items based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
Skills
- Food preparation
- Kitchen sanitation
- Grill operation
- Recipe standardization
- Security
- Event security management
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Quality control
Timeline
Cook/Prepared Foods Team Member
N/A
10.2000 - Current