Elimelech Contreras

Food Prep Cook

Charter Pot

04.2022 - 08.2023

Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
Assembled, stored and disposed of food using proper food handling, labeling and safety techniques.
Maintained a safe working environment by following food safety guidelines and proper equipment usage.
Excelled under pressure during peak service hours, maintaining accuracy and speed throughout meal rushes.
Collaborated with other cooks for seamless teamwork, ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.
Coordinated food preparation and timed completion to allow prompt serving of tasty, plentiful and nutritious food at correct temperature to valued customers.
Enhanced food quality by adhering to proper preparation techniques and maintaining a clean work area.
Upheld high standards of food quality by regularly inspecting ingredients for freshness and discarding any subpar items.
Improved overall kitchen workflow by multitasking effectively and anticipating needs of fellow staff members.
Contributed to positive team morale with strong communication skills and a collaborative attitude during busy shifts.
Participated in continuous learning opportunities to stay current on industry trends and enhance professional skill set as a Food Prep Cook.
Set up [Number] line stations with proper tools and products, quality-checked foods and maintained line equipment.
Reduced food waste through careful inventory management, storage, and rotation practices.
Served attractive, appetizing meals and deployed proven tasting techniques to confirm quality, taste and palatability prior to service.
Increased customer satisfaction by consistently delivering visually appealing and delicious dishes.
Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.