Carmela Mastrandrea
Cleveland Heights,United States
Summary
Dedicated individual experienced in fast-paced environments. Focused and collaborative team player skillful in communicating and creating a positive workplace. Offering deep understanding of food safety, customer service, attention to detail, and an artistic approach to creation.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
The Fairmount
Cleveland Heights, OH
12.2023 - Current
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
- Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production sheets including waste logs.
- Tracked inventory levels of all products used in the kitchen on a daily basis.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
Line Cook
Mojo
Cleveland Heights, OH
06.2023 - 11.2024
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.
Lead Line Cook
Zhug
Cleveland Heights, OH
05.2021 - 05.2023
- Managed a team of kitchen staff including assigning tasks and monitoring performance.
- Trained new cooks on recipes, preparation methods, safety procedures and sanitation guidelines.
- Supervised the inventory of food items to ensure adequate supplies for daily operations.
- Developed menus with chefs, taking into account seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
- Monitored cooking temperatures and ensured that dishes were presented properly.
- Mentored and trained staff by teaching cooking skills and kitchen maintenance, improving overall quality and performance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cleveland Heights High School
Cleveland Heights06-2022
Skills
- Kitchen Operations
- Ingredient inspection
- Inventory Management
- Food presentation
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
Accomplishments
- Poetry Publication for Cleveland Heights High School (2022)
- Silver Spoon Award Winner recognition (Zhug, 2021)
Timeline
Line Cook
The Fairmount
12.2023 - Current
Line Cook
Mojo
06.2023 - 11.2024
Lead Line Cook
Zhug
05.2021 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
Cleveland Heights High School
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