Arthur Martinez
Fullerton,CA
Summary
Experienced culinary professional with seven years of high-value kitchen experience. Skilled in line, prep, dish, and inventory steward roles. Recognized as a top performer for attentive and efficient work style. Thrives in fast-paced environments and excels under pressure. Quick learner with the ability to lead a team or collaborate as a team player.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Cook
Chapman Univeristy
Orange, US
08.2023 - Current
- Performed daily kitchen tasks like ingredient preparation, meal cooking, and post-service cleanup.
- Maintained a clean and sanitized work environment
- Guided new cooks on effective techniques for dish preparation
- Worked with management to update and refine existing dishes
- Arranged regular tasting sessions with chefs for quality assessment.
Line Cook
Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen
Anaheim, US
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Efficiently manage prep and stock station
- Chopped vegetables and seasoned meats and fish in preparation for grilling, sautéing and braising.
- Deep fried a variety of foods.
- Consistently prepared food items in line with recipes and portioning guidelines
- Sanitized food prep zones, cooking stations, and utensils
- Maintained sufficient stock levels in the kitchen
- Utilized multiple kitchen appliances including blender, oven, and grill
Cook/Prep
The Swig Bar
Fullerton, US
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Operate cooking appliances as needed
- Restocked necessary items to maintain readiness
- Clean kitchen and bar areas
- Restocked beer in walk-in cooler and bar cooler
- Cleaned glassware, dishes, and silverware
- Managed beer inventory status
- Handled kegs weighing over 135 lbs efficiently
- Prepared meals following specific recipes and menus
- Implemented best practices in storing and preparing foods to uphold food safety regulations.
- Ensured all kitchen utensils were kept clean
Cook/Prep
Gina Maria's Pizza
Placentia, US
12.2021 - 09.2022
- Managed inventory supplies at the station
- Prepare dough for pizza stretching
- Manage cooking process
- Cut and weighed pizza dough for following day
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Eggbred
La Habra, US
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Managed multiple kitchen appliances including blender, oven, and grill
- Received and stored food and supplies.
Line Cook
The Cheesecake Factory
Brea, US
05.2019 - 11.2021
- Organize work station efficiently
- Maintain cleanliness of station during shifts
- Prepared work station when needed
- Simultaneously cooked and plated multiple meals
- Stand for long durations
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Cooked according to specified requirements
- Trained new team members on the line
- Coordinated orders for supplies and food inventory with vendors
Line Cook/Prep Cook
The Old Spaghetti Factory
Fullerton, US
09.2017 - 07.2019
- Assisted in food item preparation tasks
- Stocked and restocked line supplies as needed.
Education
High school or equivalent -
Fullerton High School
Fullerton, CA05.2005
High school or equivalent -
Fullerton Union High School
Fullerton, CASkills
- Team Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Kitchen Organization
- Menu Planning
- Inventory Control Expertise
- Large-Scale Food Preparation
- Dietary Allergen Awareness
- Recipe Development
- Menu Planning
- Food Safety
Certification
Food Handler Certification
Personal Information
Title: Culinarian
Additionalinformation - Workauthorization
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Lead Cook
Chapman Univeristy
08.2023 - Current
Line Cook
Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen
10.2022 - 08.2023
Cook/Prep
The Swig Bar
05.2022 - 09.2022
Cook/Prep
Gina Maria's Pizza
12.2021 - 09.2022
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Eggbred
12.2021 - 03.2022
Line Cook
The Cheesecake Factory
05.2019 - 11.2021
Line Cook/Prep Cook
The Old Spaghetti Factory
09.2017 - 07.2019
Food Handler Certification
High school or equivalent -
Fullerton High School
High school or equivalent -
Fullerton Union High School
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