Cristhian Arellano
330 South Cedar Ave Inglewood
Summary
Adept at multitasking and organization, I elevated kitchen efficiency at Restaurant Barbarita by streamlining food preparation processes. My expertise in safe food handling and strong customer service skills contributed to a significant improvement in service delivery. Passionate about culinary excellence, I thrive in fast-paced environments, ensuring both quality and compliance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Restaurant Barbarita
06.2022 - 12.2024
- 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.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
Fryer
Randy's Donuts
03.2017 - 12.2022
- Ensured compliance with local health department regulations through regular equipment cleaning and maintenance, as well as proper food handling procedures.
- Changed out cooking oil on regular basis and kept fry area clean to avoid grease fires or hazards.
- Assisted management in maintaining accurate records of food supplies, equipment maintenance, and other operational aspects for optimal performance.
- Read food order slips and listened to verbal instructions to properly prepare food for customers.
Bakery Assistant
Top Valu
08.2013 - 01.2017
- Maintained clean, organized kitchen to maximize efficiency and food safety.
- Washed dishes and sanitized prep area at end of each shift.
- Stored, labeled, and replenished supplies in compliance with food safety regulations.
- Decorated baked goods and designed visually appealing displays of finished products.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and handling special requests for bakery products.
Valet Parking Attendant
Hollywood Park Racetrack
12.2010 - 02.2013
- Explained parking rates and retrieval procedures to guests upon arrival.
- Maintained accurate records of parked vehicles'' locations within the designated area, ensuring faster retrievals.
- Demonstrated excellent driving skills, safely navigating through busy traffic conditions while transporting vehicles.
- Achieved efficient workflow through clear communication with fellow team members during peak hours of operation.
- Contributed to positive guest experiences by offering prompt assistance and addressing concerns effectively.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently parking and retrieving vehicles in a timely manner.
Education
High School Diploma - English Education
Puente Learning Center
501 S Boyle Ave. Los Angeles California 9003312.2010
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Kitchen organization
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Frying
- Cooking techniques
- Knife skills
- Sanitation
- Supply restocking
- Surface cleaning
- Hospitality and service industry background
- Food presentation
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Sanitation practices
- Grilling
- Contamination prevention
- Food waste reduction
- Performance improvement
- Food plating and presentation
- Portion control
- Food plating
- Food handler certification
- Hospitality service expertise
- Order verification
- Sauce making
- Ingredients measuring
- Plating and presentation
- Allergen awareness
- New hire training
- Nutrition awareness
- Effective planner
- Food spoilage prevention
- Event catering
- Recipes and menu planning
- Ingredient selection
- Order delivery practices
- Food pairing
- Recipe development
- Operations management
- Ingredient inspection
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Ingredient knowledge
- Health and safety compliance
- Food storage
- Staff training
- Inventory management
- Stock management
- Temperature control
- Special diets
- Order prioritization
- Dietary restriction support
- Health code adherence
- Calm demeanor
- Food safety oversight
- Plate presentation
- Dish preparation
- ServSafe certified
- Focused and disciplined
- Recipe-based cooking
- Quality assurance and control
- Kitchen sanitation management
- Positive and professional
- Teamwork and collaboration
Languages
English and Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cook
Restaurant Barbarita
06.2022 - 12.2024
Fryer
Randy's Donuts
03.2017 - 12.2022
Bakery Assistant
Top Valu
08.2013 - 01.2017
Valet Parking Attendant
Hollywood Park Racetrack
12.2010 - 02.2013
High School Diploma - English Education
Puente Learning Center
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