Chris Rodriguez Ferrer
Siloam Springs,AR
Summary
Detail-oriented cook skilled in food safety and quality control. Committed to maintaining a clean kitchen environment and executing recipes to presentation standards, ensuring high customer satisfaction. Known for effective communication and adherence to safety protocols, contributing to a seamless workflow and exceptional dining experiences. Results-driven cook with expertise in recipe execution and kitchen cleanliness. Proven ability to work efficiently under pressure, ensuring timely service and high food quality in fast-paced environments. Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Panda Express
Siloam Springs, Arkansas
01.2025 - Current
- Prepared fresh ingredients following food safety and sanitation guidelines.
- Cooked menu items according to established recipes and presentation standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and effectively during meal preparation.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness throughout the kitchen.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely food service during peak hours.
- Followed portion control guidelines to minimize waste during food preparation.
- Engaged with customers to provide excellent service and address inquiries about menu items.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
Packaging Technician
Mckee foods
Gentry, Arkansas
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Operated packaging machinery to ensure efficient product flow.
- Conducted quality checks on packaged products for consistency.
- Assisted in training new technicians on packaging processes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the packaging area.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot equipment issues.
- Adjusted machine settings based on product specifications.
- Followed safety protocols to uphold workplace safety standards.
- Provided training to new staff on operating machinery used in the packaging process.
- Operated automated packaging machines to package bulk orders of products in a timely manner.
- Utilized barcode scanning technology to track inventory levels in real-time.
- Followed safety regulations while handling hazardous materials associated with product packaging.
- Performed quality control checks on products before they were shipped out, ensuring that they met all standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Springdale High School
Springdale, AR05-2023
Skills
- Food safety
- Recipe execution
- Equipment operation
- Quality control
- Team collaboration
- Training and development
- Safety compliance
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Cleanliness maintenance
- Effective communication
- Food preparation
- Food handling
- Cooking techniques
- Sauce making
- Food waste reduction
- Grilling
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Shipment packing
- Product packing
- Packaging techniques
- Product packaging
- Hand packing
- Palletizing knowledge
- Shipping and receiving
- Standardized packing
- Safety and compliance
- Packing boxes
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Cook
Panda Express
01.2025 - Current
Packaging Technician
Mckee foods
08.2022 - 01.2024
High School Diploma -
Springdale High School
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