Cherise Sierra
Canyon Country,CA
Summary
Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
Morrison Healthcare
12.2022 - Current
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Assembled, stored and disposed of food using proper food handling, labeling and safety techniques.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Coordinated food preparation and timed completion to allow prompt serving of tasty, plentiful and nutritious food at correct temperature to valued customers.
- Embraced full responsibility for food quality and garnished artful dishes for maximum appeal to discerning customers.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Placed food trays over food warmers for immediate service or stored in refrigerated storage cabinets.
Kitchen Prep Cook
Lowes Hotel
01.2019 - 03.2020
- 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.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Collaborated with servers to collect information about specific customer desires and dietary needs.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Counted money in drawers at beginning and end of each shift.
- Reduced food cost 15% by using seasonal ingredients, setting standards for portion size and minimizing waste.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation
Lead Prep Cook
Bon Appetit At Google
10.2014 - 09.2018
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
- Prepared over 100 vegan meals daily, consistently collaborating with kitchen and FOH staff to maintain service flow.
- Cooked 150 take-out orders per shift and securely packaged and labeled each order.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping and taking out trash.
- Set up work stations and prepped vegan food for dishes to increase productivity during busy mealtimes.
Education
Associate of Science - Program Management
Coursera
OnlineCurrent
Skills
- Proper Portioning
- Efficient Multitasking
- Proper Storage Procedures
- Customer Engagement
- Sanitary Standards
- Safe Work Practices
- Cash Register Operations
- Quick-Learning
- Sandwich Assembly
- Safe Food Handling Procedures
- Regulatory Standards
- High-Volume Environments
Timeline
Prep Cook
Morrison Healthcare
12.2022 - Current
Kitchen Prep Cook
Lowes Hotel
01.2019 - 03.2020
Lead Prep Cook
Bon Appetit At Google
10.2014 - 09.2018
Associate of Science - Program Management
Coursera