Cedric Fernandes
Magnolia,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2000
2000
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Retail Sales Associate
Circle K
Magnolia, TX
12.2021 - Current
- Greeted customers upon entering the store and provided assistance.
- Kept informed about new products arriving at the store on a regular basis.
- Tracked inventory levels throughout the day and restocked items as needed.
- Promoted special offers and discounts to encourage additional purchases.
- Processed returned merchandise according to company policies.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Organized displays to attract customers and promote sales.
- Completed transactions in an efficient manner while providing excellent customer service.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise according to company standards.
- Maintained a clean work environment by sweeping, dusting, vacuuming and mopping floors.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper use of equipment and safety protocols.
- Performed cashier duties such as ringing up sales, processing payments, and issuing receipts.
- Assisted with unloading delivery trucks and stocking shelves with new merchandise.
- Restocked shelves, racks and bins with latest merchandise and changed signage to promote special items.
- Maintained thorough knowledge of store merchandise, current sales, and promotions.
- Conducted regular stock checks, reporting discrepancies and ordering stock replenishments as needed.
Steakhouse Chef de partie
Carnival Cruise Lines
Galveston, Texas
11.2015 - 12.2021
- Monitored food preparation techniques to ensure that high-quality products were served consistently.
- Performed basic cooking tasks such as frying meats or vegetables using various tools including deep fryers or grills.
- Organized the daily mise en place in order to prepare meals efficiently.
- Managed inventory levels by tracking sales, rotating stock and replenishing supplies as needed.
- Ensured that all necessary equipment was available and properly functioning before service began.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations while preparing food items in the kitchen area.
- Prepared a variety of sauces from scratch according to recipes or customer requests.
- Checked finished plates before they were served to guests, making sure all components met quality standards.
- Conducted regular inspections of kitchen areas, equipment, utensils, and storage facilities to ensure they met hygiene requirements.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to any customer complaints regarding food quality or service.
- Worked closely with other chefs to coordinate meal preparation activities during busy shifts.
- Assisted with menu planning activities by suggesting creative ideas for dishes based on seasonal ingredients.
- Kept up-to-date with current culinary trends in order to create innovative dishes for customers.
- Removed expired food and beverages from kitchen and stockroom and coordinated proper disposal.
- Prepped foods for dishes, including roasted, sautéed, fried and baked items.
- Managed food usage with proper stock rotation to prevent spoilage.
- Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments.
- Conducted frequent line checks to keep food at proper temperatures in holding zones.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and generating return business.
- Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
Steakhouse Cook
Carnival Cruise Lines
Galveston, Texas
05.2010 - 12.2015
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Managed inventory levels of ingredients and supplies necessary for daily operations.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
Trainee Cook
Carnival Cruise Lines
Galveston, Tx
05.2007 - 12.2010
- Assisted in the preparation of ingredients for dishes, including washing, peeling and chopping vegetables.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen personnel regarding meal preparations.
- Kept records of goods received and used during shift for inventory purposes.
- Readied cooking surfaces by cleaning and oiling grills, ovens, fryers and other equipment prior to use.
- Observed strict hygiene practices at all times while handling food items.
- Ensured that all leftover food was properly stored for later use or disposed of safely.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas, equipment and utensils throughout service.
- Performed closing duties such as cleaning counters, sanitizing surfaces.
- Carried out basic culinary tasks such as breading meats, slicing vegetables.
- Stocked kitchen pantries and refrigerators with supplies such as spices and condiments.
- Prepared cold salads, dressings and sauces as directed by sous chef.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
Apprentice
Goa Marriott Resort
10.2005 - 05.2007
- Assisted in the preparation of project plans and schedules.
- Completed daily administrative tasks such as filing documents, recording data and processing paperwork.
- Maintained accurate records of all apprentice activities including training sessions, assessments and evaluations.
- Provided technical support to senior team members by researching solutions to problems.
- Participated in regular team meetings in order to share best practice techniques amongst colleagues.
- Maintained organization, cleanliness, and safety in work areas.
- Used strong verbal and written communication skills to convey messages to others.
- Collaborated with other apprentices and team members on joint tasks and projects.
Education
Food Production
I H M
07.2000 - 10.2000
St Thomas Boys High School
Skills
- Time management
- Ability to work in high pressure environments
- Team work and strong communication
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork
Timeline
Retail Sales Associate
Circle K
12.2021 - Current
Steakhouse Chef de partie
Carnival Cruise Lines
11.2015 - 12.2021
Steakhouse Cook
Carnival Cruise Lines
05.2010 - 12.2015
Trainee Cook
Carnival Cruise Lines
05.2007 - 12.2010
Apprentice
Goa Marriott Resort
10.2005 - 05.2007
Food Production
I H M
07.2000 - 10.2000
St Thomas Boys High School