Efrain Catalan
Riverhead
Summary
Passionate for culinary arts and strong desire to learn and grow in fast-paced kitchen environment. Brings understanding of kitchen hygiene and food preparation techniques, coupled with excellent knife skills and ability to follow recipes precisely. Thrives in high-pressure kitchen environment, strong multitasking and time-management skills. Adept at maintaining high standards of food quality and safety while working collaboratively with team members.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
Friar's Head Golf Club
04.2023 - Current
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
Line Cook
Sound Avenue Bistro
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Suffolk County Community College
Riverhead, NY05-2026
High School Diploma -
Riverhead Highschool
Riverhead, NY06-2023
Skills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Active listener
- Food preparation
- Food safety knowledge
- Deep fryer operation
- Quality control
- Grilling techniques
- Ingredient preparation
- Food plating
Certification
ServSafe Food Protection Manager
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Line Cook
Friar's Head Golf Club
04.2023 - Current
Line Cook
Sound Avenue Bistro
11.2022 - 03.2023
ServSafe Food Protection Manager
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Suffolk County Community College
High School Diploma -
Riverhead Highschool
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