Eadie Lopez
Clermont,FL
Summary
Experienced in food preparation with a strong focus on maintaining food safety standards and kitchen organization. Demonstrated ability to cook various proteins and vegetables using multiple cooking methods while adhering to established recipes and portion control guidelines. Effectively communicated with team members to ensure timely meal preparations and maintained accurate records of food usage in compliance with health regulations. Proven skills in knife handling and ingredient measurement contribute to consistent quality in meal production.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Prepcook
Cowboy Chicken
Kissimmmee, Florida
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Cooked meats, fish, poultry or other foods using various methods such as baking, frying or grilling.
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
- Discarded spoiled food items immediately following established procedures.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations while handling sharp knives or operating machinery.
- Measured ingredients accurately using measuring cups and spoons.
- Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies, including food items and utensils.
- Heated sauces, soups and gravies according to specified methods.
- Communicated effectively with fellow staff members regarding meal preparations.
- Maintained records of daily food usage in accordance with health regulations.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared correctly by tasting them before serving.
- Inspected finished dishes for quality assurance purposes.
- Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
- Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment as required for meal preparation.
- Checked freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
- Kept the kitchen area clean at all times during shifts.
- Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Utilized excellent knife skills to chop and slice vegetables and carve and grind meats and cheeses.
- Maintained clean and orderly kitchen by regularly washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, and taking out trash.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
Prepcook
Redlobster
Kissimmee, Florida
03.2006 - 11.2016
- Cooked meats, fish, poultry or other foods using various methods such as baking, frying or grilling.
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
- Discarded spoiled food items immediately following established procedures.
- Measured ingredients accurately using measuring cups and spoons.
- Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies, including food items and utensils.
- Heated sauces, soups and gravies according to specified methods.
- Communicated effectively with fellow staff members regarding meal preparations.
- Maintained records of daily food usage in accordance with health regulations.
- Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
- Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment as required for meal preparation.
- Checked freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
- Kept the kitchen area clean at all times during shifts.
- Trained new employees on proper techniques of preparing meals safely.
- Sliced meats to prepare for cooking and assembly of menu items.
- Measured and weighed food items to comply with portion requirements.
- Operated grills and steamers to prepare vegetables, potatoes, rice and meats.
- Dressed, seasoned and garnished appetizers and salads to prepare for food service.
- Helped train and develop new talent.
- Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
- Maintained clean and orderly kitchen by regularly washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, and taking out trash.
- Utilized excellent knife skills to chop and slice vegetables and carve and grind meats and cheeses.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Monitored freshness of food products to help reduce spoilage.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
Prepcook
Orange Lake Resort
Orlando, Florida
07.2003 - 12.2004
- Cooked meats, fish, poultry or other foods using various methods such as baking, frying or grilling.
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
- Discarded spoiled food items immediately following established procedures.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations while handling sharp knives or operating machinery.
- Measured ingredients accurately using measuring cups and spoons.
- Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies, including food items and utensils.
- Heated sauces, soups and gravies according to specified methods.
- Communicated effectively with fellow staff members regarding meal preparations.
- Maintained records of daily food usage in accordance with health regulations.
- Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment as required for meal preparation.
- Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
- Kept the kitchen area clean at all times during shifts.
- Sliced meats to prepare for cooking and assembly of menu items.
- Organized and labeled stock of ingredients to maintain needed inventory levels.
- Helped train and develop new talent.
- Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
- Modified standard recipes to address customer requests for substitutions or allergen concerns.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
Shift Manager
Hardees Resturamt
Williamsburg , VA
12.1989 - 05.2003
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders for supplies as needed.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members in a professional manner.
- Oversaw the training of new employees on customer service, product knowledge, and cash handling techniques.
- Managed the scheduling of staff shifts to ensure adequate coverage at all times.
- Conducted daily shift meetings to review sales goals, safety issues, promotions, and other topics.
- Assisted in resolving escalated customer service issues in a timely manner.
- Inspected work areas regularly for cleanliness and organization standards.
- Monitored store operations to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations and quality standards.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Data Entry
Benedict Business Trade School
01-1992
Skills
- Food preparation
- Knife skills
- Ingredient measurement
- Recipe following
- Food safety
- Kitchen organization
- Team communication
Certification
Safety serve certificate
Languages
3
Timeline
Prepcook
Cowboy Chicken
03.2023 - 06.2023
Prepcook
Redlobster
03.2006 - 11.2016
Prepcook
Orange Lake Resort
07.2003 - 12.2004
Shift Manager
Hardees Resturamt
12.1989 - 05.2003
Associate of Applied Science - Data Entry
Benedict Business Trade School