Diligent Line Cook with solid background in culinary techniques and kitchen operations. Demonstrated ability to execute menu items with precision and maintain high standards of food safety and quality. Proven track record of effective teamwork and adaptability in fast-paced environments.
Work History
Line Cook
2 Years 6 Months
Cosmo's Pizza | 02.2024 - 08.2026
Prepared and cooked pizzas following established recipes and quality standards.
Collaborated with team members to maintain a smooth workflow during peak hours.
Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and kitchen procedures
Monitored inventory levels, assisting in stock management and ordering supplies as needed.
Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with a high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Sous Chef
1 Year 9 Months
Wild Taco | 04.2022 - 01.2024
Streamlined kitchen operations and implemented time management strategies, enhancing overall restaurant efficiency.
Enhanced overall restaurant efficiency by streamlining kitchen operations and implementing effective time management strategies.
Collaborated with restaurant owners to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
SHIFT LEAD
2 Years 9 Months
Sexy Pizza | 07.2019 - 04.2022
Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces, or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices
Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes, using various kitchen utensils and equipment
SHIFT LEAD
5 Months
D.P. Dough | 02.2019 - 07.2019
Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, verifying product quality and quantity upon receipt
Performed food preparation and service tasks such as cooking, clearing tables, and serving food and drinks.
MANAGER
1 Year 2 Months
Mellow Mushroom | 12.2017 - 02.2019
Monitor food preparation methods, portion sizes, and presentation of food
Maintain food and equipment inventories, and keep inventory records
Restock kitchen supplies, rotate food, and stamp the time and date on food in coolers
Education
High School Diploma
ERIE HIGH SCHOOL | Erie, CO | 05-2011
Skills
Food Preparation
Portion Control
Food Presentation
Team Collaboration
Menu knowledge
Recipe Innovation
Workflow Optimization
Kitchen Management
Certification
ServSafe Certified 2022
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Line Cook
Cosmo's Pizza
02.2024 - 08.2026Read More
Sous Chef
Wild Taco
04.2022 - 01.2024Read More
SHIFT LEAD
Sexy Pizza
07.2019 - 04.2022Read More
SHIFT LEAD
D.P. Dough
02.2019 - 07.2019Read More
MANAGER
Mellow Mushroom
12.2017 - 02.2019Read More
ERIE HIGH SCHOOL
High School Diploma
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Roles And Responsibilities
Monitor food preparation methods, portion sizes, and presentation of food to ensure that food is prepared and presented in an acceptable manner.
Coordinate assignments of cooking personnel to ensure economical use of food and timely preparation.
Schedule and receive food and beverage deliveries, checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Maintain food and equipment inventories, and keep inventory records.
Plan food utilization based on anticipated number of guests, popularity, and costs.
Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces, or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices.
Ensure food is stored and cooked at correct temperature by regulating temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
Restock kitchen supplies, rotate food, and stamp the time and date on food in coolers.