Brian Rodriguez Ortega
Torrance,CA
Summary
Diligent chef possessing excellent culinary skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Striving young individual who is always looking for the next challenge in life. Prepared to always learn, listen, and follow guidance to properly ensure food quality. Experienced in high stress and fast-paced environments. Proficient in maintaining well stocked, organized, and clean areas to maximize productivity. Well-rounded in working in collaborative kitchen settings; excellent communication and team working skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier
Tokyo Food Style Truck
04.2023 - Current
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.\
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
- Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
Line Cook
Chili's Grill & Bar Restaurant
11.2022 - 12.2022
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
Line Cook/Manager
La Bella Napoli
11.2019 - 01.2021
- Instituted positive kitchen atmosphere for staffers through effective communication, consistent training and skill development.
- Kept kitchen staff in compliance with safety and food regulations to reduce opportunities for illness or accidents.
- Pitched in to work line during busy periods or in place of sick employees.
- Placed food orders with suppliers on weekly basis, taking into account kitchen budget and expected demands.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- used to work 7 days a week and open and close the restaurant, with my employeer
Dishwasher
Martha's Hermosa Beach
06.2019 - 07.2019
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
- Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
- Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
- Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
Sales Associate/Restocker
Hot Topic
05.2018 - 06.2018
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- worked in this establishment during my general education (high school)
Plumber Apprentice
LAPC
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
- Inspected structures to avoid any obstruction and delays throughout project.
- Performed basic and semi-skilled work under supervision and instruction from lead plumber.
- family owned business
Education
Culinary Arts, And Business/ Management Degree - Culinary Arts
Institute of Culinary Education California, CA
Pasadena, CA02.2020
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Customer Assistance
- Online Orders Preparation
- Issue Resolution
- Customer Relations
- Sanitization Protocols
- Customer Service
- Portioning
- Servsafe Certified
- Critical Thinking
- Verify Food Quality
- Safe Work Practices
- Active Learning
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cashier
Tokyo Food Style Truck
04.2023 - Current
Line Cook
Chili's Grill & Bar Restaurant
11.2022 - 12.2022
Line Cook/Manager
La Bella Napoli
11.2019 - 01.2021
Dishwasher
Martha's Hermosa Beach
06.2019 - 07.2019
Sales Associate/Restocker
Hot Topic
05.2018 - 06.2018
Plumber Apprentice
LAPC
01.2017 - 12.2018
Culinary Arts, And Business/ Management Degree - Culinary Arts
Institute of Culinary Education California, CA
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