Destiny Leal
Pueblo,CO
Summary
Resourceful culinary professional known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Specialized skills include advanced food preparation techniques, innovative menu development, and effective kitchen management. Excel at teamwork, adaptability, and creative problem-solving to excel in fast-paced kitchen environments.
Dynamic food service professional with excellent teamwork and skill in learning new tasks quickly. Highly knowledgeable in ingredient preparation, including slicing and cutting techniques. Comes equipped with several years of related experience.
Resourceful Prep Cook known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in knife handling, food safety compliance, and kitchen equipment operation. Excel in fast-paced environments through strong time management, teamwork, and adaptability. Committed to maintaining kitchen standards and contributing positively to culinary teams.
Hardworking fast food professional offering dynamic skill set including various food preparation techniques. Brings several years of experience to hardworking food service teams. Committed to maintaining clean, efficient kitchens and smooth food prep operations.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
Red Lobster
Pueblo, CO
03.2020 - 12.2024
- Measured ingredients accurately using measuring cups and spoons.
- Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, such as washing, peeling, cutting and slicing vegetables.
- Organized and labeled stock of ingredients to maintain needed inventory levels.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Communicated effectively with fellow staff members regarding meal preparations.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations while handling sharp knives or operating machinery.
- Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment as required for meal preparation.
Home Health Aide
Argus Home Care
Pueblo
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, wheelchairs or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
- Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
Call Center Representative
Global Call Center Solutions
Pueblo
08.2018 - 01.2019
- Collaborated with sales team members to stay current on inventory levels and resolve item issues.
- Increased customer satisfaction ratings by effectively answering questions, suggesting effective solutions, and resolving issues quickly.
- Engaged in conversation with customers to understand needs, resolve issues and answer product questions.
- Offered resolutions to de-escalate calls and solve customer issues.
- Performed outbound calling campaigns to promote new products or services.
- Navigated through computer systems to review information and respond appropriately to callers.
Education
High School Diploma -
East High School
Pueblo, CO06-2019
Skills
- Vegetable washing
- Sauce preparation
- Protein prep
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Food quality control
- Efficient multitasking
- Customer service
- Willingness to learn
- Performance improvement
- Stock management
- Inventory management
- Quick-learning
- Inventory stocking
- Recipe preparation
- Sanitation practices
- Preparation speed
- Highly motivated
- Effective prioritization
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Safe food handling
- Ambitious
- Flexible schedule
- Cleaning and organization
- Dependable and reliable
Accomplishments
- Leadership role
- Employee of the month for 3 months straight
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Prep Cook
Red Lobster
03.2020 - 12.2024
Home Health Aide
Argus Home Care
01.2019 - 02.2020
Call Center Representative
Global Call Center Solutions
08.2018 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
East High School