Brian Santiago
Kissimmee
Summary
Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation, safety and sanitation. Focused and collaborative team player skillful in communicating and translating customer requests. Offering deep understanding of food safety, osha and health code requirements.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook/Prep Dishwasher
Dennys Restaurant
Kissimmee
04.2023 - Current
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.•Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.•Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.•Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.•Increased performance reliability under pressure by consistently meeting fast-paced dishwashing demands, even during the busiest service periods.•Maintained a safe working environment by properly using and storingcleaning chemicals according to safety guidelines.•Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods withhigh accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeatbusiness.•Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstratingversatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.•Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
Cook/Prep Line Cook & Dishawasher
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
Kissimmee
03.2023 - Current
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.•Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.•Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.•Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.•Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.•Increased performance reliability under pressure by consistently meeting fast-paced dishwashing demands, even during the busiest service periods.•Maintained a safe working environment by properly using and storing cleaning chemicals according to safety guidelines.•Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeatbusiness.•Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.•Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
Education
High School Diploma -
AECI High School
Bronx, NY06-2017
Skills
- Food preparation
- Recipe adjustment
- Temperature control
- Kitchen sanitation
- Food safety
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Multitasking and organization
- Focused and disciplined
- Attention to detail
- Health and safety compliance
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Cleaning procedures
- FLUENT IN English and Spanish
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Cook/Prep Dishwasher
Dennys Restaurant
04.2023 - Current
Cook/Prep Line Cook & Dishawasher
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
03.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
AECI High School