Elizabeth Planas
Austin,TX
Summary
Dedicated culinary professional with a history at Hotel Embassy, skilled in food safety and team coordination. Demonstrated ability to enhance kitchen efficiency and uphold high sanitation standards, contributing to a positive work atmosphere. Excelled in adapting to new recipes and techniques, showcasing a blend of attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Precook and Line Cook
Hotel Embassy
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Strengthened team communication through active listening and constructive feedback during shift meetings or one-on-one sessions.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Precook
Hotel Doble Tree
11.2022 - 05.2024
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace during busy shifts.
- Supported the success of daily operations by assisting chefs with ingredient prep work as needed.
- Collaborated with kitchen team, effectively communicating to streamline processes and optimize workflow.
- Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
- Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.
- Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
Education
Trabajo Social -
Universidad Del Zulia
Zulia, Venezuela12-2006
Skills
- Time Management
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Food safety knowledge
- Problem-Solving
- Food Allergen Safety
- Food Storage
- Ingredients measuring
- Kitchen Equipment Management
Timeline
Precook and Line Cook
Hotel Embassy
10.2023 - 06.2024
Precook
Hotel Doble Tree
11.2022 - 05.2024
Trabajo Social -
Universidad Del Zulia
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