Edgar Quezada
Galt,CA
Summary
Dedicated line cook experienced in restaurant environments. Focused and collaborative team player skillful in communicating and translating customer requests. Offering deep understanding of food safety, OSHA and health code requirements. Motivated with over 20 years of experience preparing delicious meals for customers. Polished in following proper food handling methods and maintaining correct temperature of food products. Committed to strengthening kitchen team with better collaboration, recipes and cooking techniques.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Line Cook
Bjs Restaurants Inc
Elk Grove, CA
05.2006 - Current
- Trained new cooks on recipes, preparation methods, safety procedures and sanitation guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness in the kitchen area by adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Assisted in food inventory and control while properly receiving and storing delivered items.
- Improved employee performance by providing constructive suggestions and encouragement.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
- Planned, prepared and cooked meals according to restaurant specifications.
Handyman Assistant
RS Handyman Services
Sacramento, CA
01.2017 - Current
- Cleaning and maintaining tools and equipment used for projects.
- Installing flooring including carpeting, tile or hardwood.
- Replacing light switches and outlets.
- Repairing minor roof leaks or damaged shingles.
- Used professional grade tools and equipment to perform wide range of handyman services.
- Repainted walls, removing old paint or wallpaper and preparing surfaces for new applications.
- Kept interior and exterior of buildings clean, safe and welcoming.
- Built reputation for excellent handyman services by taking pride in craftsmanship and attention to detail.
- Responded quickly to service calls, including replacing filters, smoke alarms and locks to ensure safety and well being of tenants.
Line Cook
Family Sports Bar & Grill
Elk Grove, CA
02.2004 - 02.2006
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
- Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
Skills
- Kitchen Organization
- Safe Food Handling
- Food Safety
- Food Presentation
- Problem-Solving
- Kitchen Sanitation
Timeline
Handyman Assistant
RS Handyman Services
01.2017 - Current
Lead Line Cook
Bjs Restaurants Inc
05.2006 - Current
Line Cook
Family Sports Bar & Grill
02.2004 - 02.2006
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