Avinesh Kumar Reddy
Lynnwood,WA
Summary
Experienced prep cook and dishwasher with a strong background in commercial dishwashing, kitchen sanitation, and fast-paced food service. Skilled in maintaining clean work areas, operating kitchen equipment, and supporting smooth meal service.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook/Dishwasher
Homewood Suites by Hilton
Lynnwood, WA
03.2017 - Current
- Prepared breakfast and dinner ingredients to support efficient service at Homewood Suites by Hilton.
- Chopped, mixed, and measured food items for daily prep lists.
- Followed Hilton recipes and portion standards for the hotel kitchen station.
- Kept sanitation and food safety standards across kitchen work areas.
- Inspected ingredients for freshness to ensure high-quality meals in extended-stay hotel kitchen.
- Assisted cooks with plating, garnishing, and meal assembly to enhance presentation and guest satisfaction.
- Prepared dishes in a fast-paced setting while supporting teammates to maintain strong guest satisfaction.
- Ran grills, ovens, and other kitchen equipment for meal preparation.
- Measured ingredients accurately using measuring cups and spoons.
- Followed recipes to prepare meals based on customer specifications.
- Maintained a supply of clean dishes for efficient meal service.
- Removed trash and cleaned work tables, walls, refrigerator equipment, cooking equipment, and floors to keep kitchen sanitized.
- Washed and sanitized sinks, trash cans, and surfaces to remove excess food waste.
- Used pressurized faucet sprayer effectively to wash large dish loads.
Prep Cook/Prep Dishwasher
Embassy Suites, North Lynnwood
Lynnwood, WA
04.2005 - Current
- Prepared ingredients for Embassy Suites kitchen and banquet service.
- Coordinated with line cooks for timely ingredient preparation, ensuring smooth service flow.
- Chopped vegetables, meats, and herbs for daily menu production.
- Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
- Measured portions for soups, sauces, and side dishes.
- Maintained cleanliness of prep stations to ensure a safe working environment; and sanitized kitchen surfaces.
- Followed hotel food safety standards during prep work.
- Prepared dishes in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with teammates to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Prepared dishes in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with teammates to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Stored food items using correct labeling and rotation practices.
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
- Operated grills, ovens, and other kitchen equipment for meal preparation.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations while handling sharp knives or operating machinery.
- Completed special orders according to customer dietary needs.
Dishwasher/Dietary Server
Anderson Plaza
Mountlake Terrace, WA
04.2002 - 09.2007
- Operated industrial dishwashers to clean plates, glasses, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Operated commercial dishwashers, ensuring timely loading and unloading during peak service periods.
- Cleaned dishes, glassware, and silverware for Anderson Plaza dining operations.
- Sanitized dish area sinks and kitchen surfaces to meet Anderson Plaza standards.
- Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
- Loaded dirty dishes into dishwasher racks and unloaded clean dishes onto carts or shelves.
- Delivered clean equipment to cooks and servers to support seamless operations during service periods.
- Kept dishware, glasses, and utensils ready for customer needs by scraping, washing, and restacking items.
- Inspected returned dishes for cleanliness, ensuring only sanitized items were restocked on shelves.
- Removed trash and food waste from kitchen and dish stations.
- Followed safety guidelines while handling sharp objects like knives or forks.
- Backed up kitchen team members during heavy work periods to support team coverage.
- Restocked main kitchen areas with items from shelves, coolers, and freezers.
- Disposed of broken or chipped glassware according to safety procedures.
Prep Dishwasher
Waterfront Hotel
Lautoka, Fiji Islands
03.1997 - 02.2002
- Operated commercial dishwashers, sinks, and sanitizing stations.
- Ensured dishware, glasses, and utensils were ready for guest needs by efficiently scraping, washing, and restacking.
- Cleaned dishware, glassware, and cookware for waterfront hotel kitchen service.
- Restocked clean dishes, utensils, and supplies for banquet and dining service.
- Organized dish areas to streamline kitchen operations and improve efficiency. to support smooth restaurant and room service flow.
- Maintained clean, sanitary floors, drains, and work surfaces in kitchen areas.
- Sorted and disposed of waste and recycling according to hotel sanitation procedures.
- Responded promptly to customer concerns about service or cleanliness.
- Labeled cleaned items before returning to proper storage areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pandit Vishnu Deo College
Lautoka, Fiji Islands01-1996
Skills
- Food preparation
- Recipe following
- Ingredient storage
- Knife handling
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Kitchen sanitation
- Dishwasher operation
Languages
English
Professional
Hindi
Professional
Certification
- WA Food Handling License
Timeline
Prep Cook/Dishwasher
Homewood Suites by Hilton
03.2017 - Current
Prep Cook/Prep Dishwasher
Embassy Suites, North Lynnwood
04.2005 - Current
Dishwasher/Dietary Server
Anderson Plaza
04.2002 - 09.2007
Prep Dishwasher
Waterfront Hotel
03.1997 - 02.2002
High School Diploma -
Pandit Vishnu Deo College