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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Carmen Ocando

Miami,FL

Summary

Diligent Cook proficient in maintaining, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Cook Toro Toro

More Helping
12.2021 - Current
  • 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.
  • Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Produced adequate amounts of mise en place to make meal preparation easier.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Preparation of all the sauces used in the restaurant.
  • Management of preparation lists according to the priority for the restaurant service.

Line Cook

Giardino Gourmet Salads
07.2021 - 12.2021
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Verified proper portion sizes to consistently attain high food quality standards.
  • Assisted in developing new menu items to reflect restaurant's style and standards.
  • Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
  • 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.

Dentist

Ministerio De Salud Publica Ecuador
07.2019 - 08.2020
  • Evaluated performance of all clinical staff to deliver constructive feedback and acknowledge strengths resulting in better working relationships and performance improvements.
  • Advised patients on appropriate treatment for pain and gave specific home care instructions.
  • Supported patient comfort with calm demeanor and individualized pain management.
  • Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.

Dentist

Cruz Roja Zulia
08.2016 - 08.2018
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Evaluated performance of all clinical staff to deliver constructive feedback and acknowledge strengths resulting in better working relationships and performance improvements.
  • Advised patients on appropriate treatment for pain and gave specific home care instructions.
  • Supported patient comfort with calm demeanor and individualized pain management.
  • Extracted teeth, performed root canals, and filled cavities with dedication to pain management.
  • Completed consultations with patients for treatment plan.
  • Reviewed patient health history and performed checkups to assess current issues.
  • Diagnosed and treated infections, mouth ulcers, and other problems with oral mucosa.
  • Interpreted X-rays to make accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.

Preparation Cook

Pentos Restaurant
04.2014 - 07.2016
  • Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
  • Planned menus to estimate food and labor costs, ordering accurate quantities of ingredients and supplies.

Education

Dentist

Universidad Del Zulia
Maracaibo, Zulia, Venezuela
12.2015

Skills

  • Kitchen Station Setup
  • Cutting Techniques
  • Vendor Liaising
  • Chef Assistance
  • Sauce Preparation
  • Food Allergen Safety
  • Station Preparation
  • Food Presentation Talent
  • Cleaning and Hygiene
  • Salad Preparation
  • Effective Prioritization
  • Microsoft Office

Timeline

Line Cook Toro Toro

More Helping
12.2021 - Current

Line Cook

Giardino Gourmet Salads
07.2021 - 12.2021

Dentist

Ministerio De Salud Publica Ecuador
07.2019 - 08.2020

Dentist

Cruz Roja Zulia
08.2016 - 08.2018

Preparation Cook

Pentos Restaurant
04.2014 - 07.2016

Dentist

Universidad Del Zulia
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