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Christpher Pena

Oklahoma City,OK

Summary

Skilled Cook Operator with solid experience in preparing, cooking, and presenting a variety of food items. Strengths lie in understanding culinary techniques, maintaining food safety standards, and operating kitchen equipment efficiently. Noted for enhancing operational efficiency and improving menu offerings based on customer feedback. Capable of managing tasks under tight deadlines while maintaining high quality standards.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
07.2023 - Current
  • Operated deep fryers, grills, ovens, broilers, or other kitchen equipment to prepare foods.
  • Monitored food while it was cooking to ensure that it did not burn or stick to pans.
  • Stored food items properly in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
  • Prepared multiple menu items simultaneously by coordinating with other cooks as needed.
  • Assisted in training new staff members on proper safety procedures when handling food products.
  • Followed all health regulations related to food storage and sanitation standards.
  • Rotated stock items regularly to ensure freshness and minimized waste.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
  • Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.

Cook Operator

Johnny Carino's
Brownsville, Texas
02.2013 - 04.2023
  • Operated cooker and related equipment to cook food products according to recipes.
  • Read production orders to determine type of product and quantity to be prepared.
  • Measured ingredients accurately into containers for mixing or cooking purposes.
  • Cleaned work area and ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times.
  • Monitored the progress of each batch by checking temperature gauges periodically.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading raw material into cooker machine hoppers safely.
  • Stirred ingredients with spoons or other utensils while monitoring the cooking process.
  • Disposed of waste properly according to established guidelines in a timely manner.
  • Broke down, cleaned and sanitized work stations at end of shift.
  • Operated deep fryers, grills, ovens, broilers, or other kitchen equipment to prepare foods.

Education

High School Diploma -

Pace High School
Brownsville, TX
05-2011

Skills

  • Food portioning
  • Kitchen Equipment Operation
  • Waste Reduction
  • Batch Cooking
  • Food Storage
  • Knife Skills

Languages

Spanish
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Cook

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
07.2023 - Current

Cook Operator

Johnny Carino's
02.2013 - 04.2023

High School Diploma -

Pace High School

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