Saul Perez Sanchez
Las Vegas
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Cook with extensive experience at Pollo Loco, excelling in food preparation and customer service. Proven ability to enhance meal quality and maintain a sanitary workspace while training staff. Skilled in multitasking and implementing effective food handling techniques, ensuring high customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Diligent [Desired Position] with proven track record in high-volume kitchen environments. Demonstrated expertise in preparing diverse culinary dishes and maintaining kitchen efficiency. Displayed proficiency in teamwork and adaptability to changing menus and customer preferences.
Culinary professional known for high standards and exceptional results in kitchen. Extensive experience in preparing and presenting diverse dishes. Strong focus on team collaboration and flexibility, ensuring consistent quality and innovation in every meal.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Pollo Loco
05.2023 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
Cook Trainer
El Burrito Loco- Fayetteville
02.2018 - 03.2023
- Cooked same meals over and over during shifts with exact quality results.
- Enhanced food quality by consistently monitoring ingredient freshness and implementing proper storage techniques.
- Trained cooks to maintain clean, organized and sanitary workstations.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment through diligent attention to workspace cleanliness and hygiene practices.
- Promoted a safe work environment by enforcing proper use of tools, equipment, and adherence to established safety protocols.
- Monitored and managed kitchen staff during busy rush periods to maintain service levels.
- Mentored junior cooks, providing constructive feedback to enhance skill development and overall performance.
Cook
El Tarasco Burrito
01.2015 - 12.2018
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Education
BBA - Art
Universidad Autonoma De Sinaloa
Mexico 02-1998
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
Accomplishments
- Head Chef at two restaurants featured on a local news segment hosted by top food critics.
- Catered local Charity Ball for dozens of prestigious guests, including local politicians and celebrities.
- Increased food and beverage sales to $[dollar amount] after being promoted to Executive Chef.
Certification
- [Area of expertise] License - [Timeframe]
- Licensed [Job Title] - [Timeframe]
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Cook
Pollo Loco
05.2023 - Current
Cook Trainer
El Burrito Loco- Fayetteville
02.2018 - 03.2023
Cook
El Tarasco Burrito
01.2015 - 12.2018
BBA - Art
Universidad Autonoma De Sinaloa
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