Dora Martinez
Sandy,UT
Summary
Started first job at 14, so I was making sushi at 14. Loved to learn new creative ways to plate sushi. I am 16 now, looking for another job, part-time while still focusing and working hard at school.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sushi Chef
The Cliff Dining Pub
Draper, Utah
06.2024 - 12.2025
- Prepared sushi rolls and sashimi using fresh ingredients and traditional techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of sushi preparation area and equipment.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food service during peak hours.
- Learned how to use communication better.
- Semi-good cutting skills.
- Monitored inventory levels of sushi ingredients and communicated needs to management.
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure quality and freshness of dishes served.
- Adapted recipes based on customer preferences and dietary restrictions effectively.
- Efficiently handled multiple orders simultaneously during peak hours.
- Prepared sushi rolls with fresh ingredients and traditional recipes.
- Communicated effectively with coworkers regarding customer orders.
- Organized the kitchen in a clean and sanitary manner to meet health standards.
- Stored raw ingredients correctly according to established protocols.
- Applied sauces, garnishes, condiments, and seasonings accurately.
- Assisted in opening and closing duties such as cleaning, restocking.
- Packaged and labeled various forms of sushi, sides and spring rolls for sale to customers.
- Developed creative new recipes for unique sushi dishes.
- Stored and properly handled raw or prepared foods and non-food supplies.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items and specials.
- Collaborated with other chefs in preparing meals for large parties or events.
- Ensured quality of product was consistent throughout shift.
- Addressed and resolved any customer complaints regarding food quality or service.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Placed frequently used ingredients in proper storage containers and placed perishable items in refrigerator.
Education
Alta High School
Sandy, UTSkills
- Culinary techniques
- Food safety practices
- Customer service
- Cleaning and Maintenance
- Organization
- Focused on Rush hours
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Sanitation procedures
- Communication skills
- Portion control
- Tempura preparation
- Food safety
- Sushi dish creation
- Allergen awareness
- Safety precautions
- Knife skills
- Plating presentation
- Ingredient pairing
- Rolling techniques
- Sushi preparation
- Sauce making
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Food Handlers Certification
- Getting college credit for culinary
Affiliations
- Alta Environmental club
- Alta Hosa Club(healthcare club)
- Recreational Soccer
- Learned an instrument in Orchestra
- Learned Guitar
Timeline
Sushi Chef
The Cliff Dining Pub
06.2024 - 12.2025
Alta High School