Devenyi Chirinos
Murfreesboro,TN
Summary
Motivated Kitchen Hand consistently lifts heavy loads, stands for long periods and handles various cleaning tasks. Valuable and committed individual with strong understanding of food safety measures. Dependable, on-time and dedicated to good performance.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Helper
Sabatino's Restaurant
Rapid City, South Dakota
03.2023 - 09.2024
- I had the responsibility of the salad line, preparing a variety of salads, then I was in the pasta and special dishes line playing the position of sub-chef
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes and silverware.
- Assisted cooks in preparing ingredients for meals.
- Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies such as food, paper goods and cleaning products.
- Transported bulk foods from storage to cooking areas.
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers.
- Unloaded deliveries of food and supplies.
- Disposed of garbage according to health code regulations.
- Swept and mopped floors in the kitchen area.
- Followed all safety protocols while operating kitchen equipment including slicers, mixers and grinders.
- Prepared salads, desserts, appetizers and other cold items.
- Set up banquet tables with tablecloths, napkins, china plates and cutlery.
- Delivered prepared meals to other departments within the facility or catered events outside the facility.
- Ensured that all temperatures were at proper levels for safe food handling.
- Labeled containers with date before storing food in refrigerators or freezers.
- Maintained detailed records of inventory used on a daily basis.
- Assisted chefs in plating dishes for presentation.
- Cleaned ovens and grills after each use according to established procedures.
- Bagged ice for beverage service throughout the day.
- Sanitized dishwashing machines between uses.
- Sorted soiled linens into laundry bags for transport to washing facilities.
- Received incoming shipments of food items verifying quantities against invoices.
- Maintained clean and well-organized kitchen areas to promote efficiency.
- Unboxed, stored, and organized incoming kitchen supplies with every delivery.
- Backed up kitchen team members during heavy work periods to maximize team coverage.
- Sanitized counters and wiped down surfaces following food preparation to prevent cross-contamination from raw meats.
- Loaded and unloaded dishwashers, washing by hand large pots or items used on continuous basis.
- Kept dishware, glasses and utensils ready for customer needs by quickly scraping, washing and restacking items.
- Developed great team spirit with other personnel by pitching in and helping with task completion.
- Observed food handling and sanitation procedures to safeguard against foodborne illnesses.
- Removed built-up waste and potential contaminants from waste receptacles, machinery, and cooking equipment.
- Monitored food temperatures to ensure safety and compliance with health regulations.
- Peeled and cut fruit and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Sabatino’s Restaurante
Rapid City, SDSkills
- Ingredient management
- Supply Restocking
- Order Accuracy
- Plating and presentation
- Cooking
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Plates presentation
- Meal plating
- Food storage protocol
Timeline
Kitchen Helper
Sabatino's Restaurant
03.2023 - 09.2024
Some College (No Degree) -
Sabatino’s Restaurante