Eliana Samaniego
Elko New Market,MN
Summary
Detail-oriented cook known for culinary creativity and strong organizational skills. Experienced in recipe development and hygiene management, ready to enhance menu offerings and contribute to exceptional dining experiences.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Compas Group ST. OLAF
Northfield, Minnesota
11.2023 - Current
- Showcased creativity and innovation in aesthetic presentation of dishes, enhancing dining experience.
- Revamped menus and reinvented classic recipes, incorporating new techniques for improved dish appeal.
- Led culinary team with strong attention to detail, ensuring consistency and quality in all tasks.
- Consistently performed well under pressure while ensuring high-quality output.
- Collaborated effectively within team environments to enhance overall performance.
- Prioritized hygiene and workplace safety when utilizing kitchen tools and equipment.
HOST A TOST
DREW LENZEMEIER
Minneapolis, Minnesota
02.2021 - Current
- Set up catering stations and dining areas for events.
- Served food and beverages to guests efficiently and courteously.
- Provided excellent customer service to enhance guest experience.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth service operations.
- Set up and tore down all catering services in banquet halls and at customer locations.
- Set up tables with appropriate linens and silverware prior to each event.
- Greeted guests as they arrived for events, provided them with information about menu items, and answered any questions they had.
- Transported prepared foods from kitchen to serving areas using carts or dollies.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations at all times.
Line Cook
Maynards RESTAURANT
Excelsior, Minnesota
02.2020 - 08.2023
- Prepared high-quality dishes following Maynards' recipes and presentation standards.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, including grills, fryers, and ovens.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations throughout shifts.
Education
Associate of Arts -
CULYNARY EDUCATION
ONLINE08-2026
Skills
- Food safety
- Menu planning
- Recipe development
- Creative presentation
- Flavor enhancement
- Kitchen organization
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Performance improvement
- Problem-solving
- Culinary creativity
Accomplishments
- RECONOCIMIENTO AL EJEMPLO DE EMPLEADO EN ST OLAF COLLAGE
Timeline
Cook
Compas Group ST. OLAF
11.2023 - Current
HOST A TOST
DREW LENZEMEIER
02.2021 - Current
Line Cook
Maynards RESTAURANT
02.2020 - 08.2023
Associate of Arts -
CULYNARY EDUCATION