Diego McGregor
Walnut,California
Summary
Dynamic food service professional with excellent teamwork and skill in learning new tasks quickly. Highly knowledgeable in ingredient preparation, including slicing and cooking techniques. Comes equipped with 10+ years of related experience.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Cook
The Wild Artichoke
Yorba Linda
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Managed inventory and ordering of food supplies to ensure efficient operations.
- Supervised staff in daily kitchen duties, including prepping ingredients, cooking meals, and cleaning up after service.
- Ensured compliance with health safety regulations while preparing meals and maintaining a sanitary work environment.
- Inspected kitchen areas regularly for cleanliness; instructed staff members on sanitation protocols when necessary.
- Washed, sliced, peeled and cut various foods to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Kept kitchen, cooking utensils and storeroom clean and neat.
- Cut, chopped and sliced meat and produce to prepare for cooking.
- Followed recipes and procedures to prepare, season and cook food products.
Cook
Black Gold Golf Club
Yorba Linda, CA
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
Cook
Radisson Blu Hotel
Anaheim, CA
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
Broiler Cook
The Palm
Los Angeles, CA
09.2020 - 02.2021
- Maintained a safe working environment by following all safety regulations.
- Set up fryers, grills, and other kitchen equipment according to restaurant standards.
- Grilled meats and vegetables in accordance with recipes specified by the chef.
- Ensured food quality by tasting dishes before serving them.
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
Education
GED -
GED Online
Los Angeles, CA07-2020
High School Diploma -
William Knibb Memorial High
Jamaica11-2009
Some College (No Degree) - Pharmacy Tech
North-West College - Pomona
Pomona, CASkills
- Sanitation
- Recipe-based cooking
- Grilling
- Fine Dining
- Dish preparation
- Food presentation
Timeline
Lead Cook
The Wild Artichoke
07.2023 - 11.2023
Cook
Black Gold Golf Club
08.2022 - 12.2023
Cook
Radisson Blu Hotel
01.2021 - 03.2022
Broiler Cook
The Palm
09.2020 - 02.2021
GED -
GED Online
High School Diploma -
William Knibb Memorial High
Some College (No Degree) - Pharmacy Tech
North-West College - Pomona
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