Darinet Gonzalez
A and John Inc
Paterson,NJ
2
Languages
15
years of professional experience
Dependable Prep Cook with extensive experience in fast-paced restaurant kitchen operations. Delivered efficient food preparation and maintained high standards of sanitation and organization through strong knife skills and effective portion control. Committed to ongoing culinary education and dedicated to building a successful career in the culinary industry.
Work History
Cleaning,
9 Years 10 Months- Maintained and cleaned meat-processing equipment and surrounding work areas.
- Assisted coworkers with loading and preparing meat for processing.
- Supported team members with daily production responsibilities.
- Followed workplace safety, sanitation, and cleanliness procedures.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area throughout the shift.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork, reliability, and willingness to help when needed.
- Volunteered for overtime and remained flexible when additional help was needed.
Prep Cook
7 Months- Food Preparation & Ingredient Handling
- Knife Skills & Cutting Techniques
- Recipe & Portion Control
- Food Safety & Sanitation
- Kitchen Organization & Cleanliness
- High-Volume Food Preparation
- Time Management & Efficiency
- Teamwork & Communication
Prep Cook
6 MonthsKitchen Intern
- Assisted kitchen staff with basic food preparation and daily kitchen tasks.
- Learned proper food safety, sanitation, and kitchen procedures.
- Helped keep work areas, equipment, and prep stations clean and organized.
- Assisted cooks and prep staff during busy service periods.
- Prepared basic ingredients under the direction of experienced kitchen staff.
- Maintained a positive attitude and worked well as part of the kitchen team.
Education
Associate of Arts - Communication
Expected graduation
Skills
Prep Cook
Prepared and portioned ingredients according to recipes and kitchen standards.
Washed
cut
chopped
and prepared ingredients for daily service.
Kept prep stations clean
organized
and fully stocked.
Followed food safety and sanitation procedures.
Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment
utensils
and work areas.
Prepared ingredients needed by cooks during busy shifts.
Worked efficiently with the kitchen team to keep service running smoothly.
Assisted coworkers when needed and remained dependable during busy shifts.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Personal Information
Availability: Flexible availability including nights and weekends.
Timeline
Cleaning,
A and John Inc
01.2016 - 11.2025Read More
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Applebee’s
02.2012 - 09.2012Read More
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Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
11.2010 - 05.2011Read More
Passaic County Community College
Associate of Arts from Communication
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