Daniel Ferrales
Dallas,TX
Summary
Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Aramark
Dallas, Texas
11.2000 - 04.2026
- Ordering for patients and retail. Cooking for doctors and also catering when necessary.
- Prepared meals according to standardized recipes and safety guidelines.
- Managed kitchen inventory and ensured proper storage of food items.
- Operated kitchen equipment including grills, fryers, and ovens efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen areas following health regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes.
- Trained new staff on cooking techniques and safety practices.
- Monitored food quality and freshness throughout preparation stages.
- Assisted in menu planning to promote seasonal ingredients and variety.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
- Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
- Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
- Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
Education
Ged
Dallas, TXSkills
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Recipe standardization
- Cooking techniques
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- Serve safe certified.
Timeline
Cook
Aramark
11.2000 - 04.2026
Ged