Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Carlos Otero

Lorain

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with experience at Strip Steakhouse, adept at enhancing kitchen performance through effective training and mentorship. Proven expertise in food safety practices and exceptional verbal communication skills. Committed to delivering high-quality dishes and maintaining rigorous sanitation standards, ensuring a safe and efficient kitchen environment. Skilled restaurant cook with experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new recipes and techniques while maintaining high standards of food quality and hygiene. Strong team player, adept at working efficiently under pressure to ensure timely order delivery. Contributed to menu development and kitchen workflow optimization, enhancing overall dining experience for customers.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Line Cook

Strip Steakhouse
Avon
01.2025 - 12.2025
  • Mentored and trained staff by teaching cooking skills and kitchen maintenance, improving overall quality and performance.
  • Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
  • Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
  • Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
  • Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.

Education

Associate In Arts (A.A.) - Culinary Arts

Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH
05.2024

Associate In Arts (A.A.) -

Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH
05.2023

Skills

  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • General Housekeeping
  • Safety and Sanitation
  • Critical Thinking
  • Problem Detection and Resolution
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Food Presentation
  • Talent
  • Kitchen Equipment Operation
  • Culinary techniques
  • Food safety practices

Certification

ServSafe Food Manager

References

References available upon request

Timeline

Line Cook

Strip Steakhouse
01.2025 - 12.2025

Associate In Arts (A.A.) - Culinary Arts

Lorain County Community College

Associate In Arts (A.A.) -

Lorain County Community College
Carlos Otero