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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Damian Alfaro

Reno,NV

Summary

Hardworking and enthusiastic [Job Title] trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success. Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development. Detail-oriented professional with background creating delicious dishes. Dedicated to delivering highest quality customer service. Expert at succeeding in high pressure environments while remaining calm. Safety-minded when carefully following food handling regulations and procedures. Attentive [Job Title] with wide-ranging culinary experience in various settings. Produces quality meals while adhering to safety and sanitation guidelines. Possesses excellent organization and time management skills for smooth kitchen operation. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook

Panda Express
03.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
  • Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.

Receiving Associate

Perfomace Food Group
02.2022 - 03.2023
  • Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
  • Maintained accurate computer records of materials weights, bill amounts, and identified variances.
  • Regularly reviewed invoices and double-checked orders.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.

Cook

Chick-fil-A
01.2020 - 02.2022
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
  • Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
  • Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
  • Managed kitchen budget for supplies and labor hours, consistently meeting targets.

Associate

Sheels
02.2019 - 01.2020
  • Trained and mentored junior staff on customer service strategies and techniques.
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
  • Maintained relationships with customers to maximize sales opportunities.
  • Greeted customers and offered assistance for increased customer satisfaction.
  • Provided product price information to customers.
  • Created solutions for customers to satisfy specific needs, quality and budget.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.

Education

High School Diploma -

Procter R Hug High School, Reno, NV
07.2021

Skills

  • Garnishing and Plating
  • Food Spoilage Prevention
  • Sous Vide Technique
  • Machinery Upkeep
  • POS Transactions
  • Condiment Refilling
  • Dish Preparation
  • Cooking and Baking
  • Guest Satisfaction
  • Ingredient Restocking
  • Belt Conveyors
  • Portion and Cost Control

Timeline

Cook - Panda Express
03.2023 - Current
Receiving Associate - Perfomace Food Group
02.2022 - 03.2023
Cook - Chick-fil-A
01.2020 - 02.2022
Associate - Sheels
02.2019 - 01.2020
Procter R Hug High School - High School Diploma,
Damian Alfaro