Blanca Cecilia Bullones Barrios
Pineville,NC
Summary
Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Preparadora De Alimentos
Compare Foods
11.2010 - Current
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace during busy shifts.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
- Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Supported the success of daily operations by assisting chefs with ingredient prep work as needed.
- Maintained optimal food quality by adhering to strict guidelines for food safety and sanitation.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Collaborated with kitchen team, effectively communicating to streamline processes and optimize workflow.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
- Expedited food preparation for timely service by closely following chef''s instructions and prioritizing tasks.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Cultivated a safe working environment by consistently wearing appropriate protective gear and practicing safe handling techniques during food preparation tasks.
- Prepared various types of cuisine, showcasing versatility and adaptability in the kitchen environment.
- Sharpened knife skills, resulting in precise cuts and reduced preparation time.
- Controlled food cost and waste by selecting and using correct ingredients and amounts.
- Addressed and resolved customer complaints to increase trust and satisfaction.
- Showcased creativity in garnishing dishes, adding visual appeal that enhanced overall dining experience for guests.
- Created new recipes and updated existing ones to reflect changing trends and customer preferences.
- Planned menus to estimate food and labor costs, ordering accurate quantities of ingredients and supplies.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced Type environment.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
- Trained and supervised cooking staff to expertly meet daily needs.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Planned menus for different events, seasons and customer requests.
Education
Medico Cirujano - Medicina
Universidad Centroccidental Lisandro Alvarado
Barquisimeto, Lara, Venezuela 06.2003
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Cleaning and organization
- Customer Service
- Safe Food Handling
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Efficient multitasking
- Time Management
- Following Instructions
- Food handling
- Food Preparation
- Cleanliness
- Quick-learning
- Highly motivated
- Dependable and reliable
- Kitchen Organization
- Inventory Stocking
- Food Storage
- Team Collaboration
- Preparation Speed
- Active listener
- Sanitation Practices
- Flexible Schedule
- Cooking Equipment Knowledge
- Basic cooking techniques
- Knife Skills
- Chopping vegetables
- Cross-Contamination Prevention
- Workstation Maintenance
- Stock Rotation
- Equipment Sanitation
- Cutting techniques
- Proper Portioning
- Ingredient Preparation
- Food quality control
- Vegetable Prep
- Food spoilage prevention
- Meat Cutting
- Menu Memorization
- Interpersonal Communication
- Kitchen Operations
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Temperature Monitoring
- Portion Control
- Food Waste Reduction
- Recipes and menu planning
- Performance Improvement
- Ingredient inspection
- Food pairing
- Sauce preparation
- Food presentation
- Recipe Adherence
- Food inspection
- Adherence to recipes
- Herb and spice knowledge
- Seasoning Techniques
- Food Processing
- Menu Adaptation
- Batch Cooking
- Protein Prep
- Multitasking and Organization
- Cooking
- Cleaning and sanitization
- Team Leadership
- Meal Preparation
- Kitchen Sanitation
- Food Production
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Equipment Operation
- Garnishing and Plating
- Quality Inspections
- Inventory Control
- Quality Control
- OSHA Regulations Knowledge
- Measurements and Calculations
- Staff Supervision
- Plating and presentation
- Baking and broiling skills
- Ingredient Selection
- Product Rotations
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Ingles
Elementary
Timeline
Preparadora De Alimentos
Compare Foods
11.2010 - Current
Medico Cirujano - Medicina
Universidad Centroccidental Lisandro Alvarado
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