Daniel Crespo Rodriguez
Charleston,SC
Summary
Motivated with more 20 years of experience preparing delicious meals for customers. Polished in following proper food handling methods and maintaining correct temperature of food products. Professional committed to strengthening kitchen team with better collaboration, recipes and cooking techniques.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Merrill Gardens
Mt Pleasant, SC
03.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Prepared a wide range of dishes according to menu specifications and chef instructions.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
Cook One
Disney Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser Chandrila Star Line
Orlando, FL
04.2022 - 02.2024
- Prepared and cooked food under head chef's direction, following recipes and cooking instructions
- Cleaned and sanitized food preparation areas, complying with hygiene codes and health and safety standards
- Sliced fruit and vegetables for various menu items and stored for later use in crisper
- Stocked food stations before shifts with items and equipment needed for recipes
- Organized prep list and coordinated efficient work to be ready for fast-paced banquet cooking operations
- Assisted head chef in developing new menus and planning seasonal recipes
- Trained kitchen staff in safely operating and handling equipment, machinery and utensils
- Ordered food supplies every week to restock inventory, remaining aware of budgets
- Prepared recipes, menu cycles and portion sizes within restaurant budgets
- Directed preparation, delivery and service of catering and special meal requests
- Helped out in various capacities on line when restaurant was extremely busy or when employees were absent
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry
- Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications
Line Cook
Chili's Restaurant
Orlando, FL
03.2018 - 06.2020
- Prepared and cooked food under head chef's direction, following recipes and cooking instructions
- Cleaned and sanitized food preparation areas, complying with hygiene codes and health and safety standards
- Sliced fruit and vegetables for various menu items and stored for later use in crisper
- Stocked food stations before shifts with items and equipment needed for recipes
- Organized prep list and coordinated efficient work to be ready for fast-paced banquet cooking operations
- Assisted head chef in developing new menus and planning seasonal recipes
- Trained kitchen staff in safely operating and handling equipment, machinery and utensils
- Ordered food supplies every week to restock inventory, remaining aware of budgets
- Prepared recipes, menu cycles and portion sizes within restaurant budgets
- Directed preparation, delivery and service of catering and special meal requests
- Helped out in various capacities on line when restaurant was extremely busy or when employees were absent
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry
- Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications
Chef
Isla Del Encanto
Miami, FL
04.2015 - 05.2018
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Established controls to alleviate supply and food waste.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Organized special events such as banquets or buffets requiring complex menus or decorations.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Collaborated with restaurant management to align kitchen operations with goals of establishment.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
- Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
- Developed standard recipes and techniques for food preparation and presentation, promoting consistently high-quality food items.
- Managed daily operations of the kitchen including scheduling shifts for staff.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
Chef
Cocina De Casiano
Puerto Rico
04.2001 - 09.2014
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Established controls to alleviate supply and food waste.
- Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
- Collaborated with restaurant management to align kitchen operations with goals of establishment.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Trained new chefs on proper cooking techniques and menu items.
- Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
- Experimented with various ingredients and cooking techniques to develop new and flavorful dishes for customers.
- Tracked ingredient inventories to estimate purchasing needs and prevent unnecessary expenditures.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes according to customers' tastes.
- Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
- Assigned specific duties to employees to maintain productive operation of kitchen and food service.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Suggested and prepared promotional dishes according to ingredient availability and customer preferences.
Education
High School Diploma -
Caribbean Bilingual School
Puerto Rico05.1999
Skills
- Dish preparation
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Cleaning and organization
- Food Allergy Management
- High volume production capability
- Recipe preparation
- Equipment cleaning and maintenance
- Food preparation
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Cook
Merrill Gardens
03.2024 - 12.2024
Cook One
Disney Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser Chandrila Star Line
04.2022 - 02.2024
Line Cook
Chili's Restaurant
03.2018 - 06.2020
Chef
Isla Del Encanto
04.2015 - 05.2018
Chef
Cocina De Casiano
04.2001 - 09.2014
High School Diploma -
Caribbean Bilingual School
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