ERIKA DANIELA FLORIDO MARTINEZ
Hollywood,FL
Summary
Culinary professional with strong training in Colombian cuisine and additional skills in baking and pastry. Experienced in food preparation, safe food handling, and customer service. Skilled at maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment while ensuring high standards of food quality and service.
Responsible, organized, detail-oriented, and able to work efficiently in fast-paced kitchen environments. Additional experience and training in customer service, sales techniques, and cabin crew training.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
MASSER
Melgar
12.2019 - 03.2021
• Executed food production and preparation tasks to streamline daily kitchen operations.
• Portioned, weighed, and packaged proteins according to established quantities and presentation standards.
• Prepared and cooked Colombian-style breakfasts and lunches.
• Assisted with inventory counts and monitored food, ingredients, and kitchen supplies.
• Ensured clean, organized, and sanitary work area to uphold food safety and hygiene standards.
• Followed preparation procedures while maintaining attention to portion sizes, product quality, and presentation.
• Collaborated with kitchen team to deliver high-quality service in fast-paced food service environment
Restaurant Kitchen Assistant
informal experience
01.2018 - 2018
• Supported food preparation and organization during daily restaurant operations.
• Assisted with cleaning and maintaining kitchen areas.
• Followed food handling and hygiene practices.
• Worked collaboratively with restaurant staff to support efficient service.
- Assisted with food preparation tasks in a small local restaurant.
Education
Culinary Technician -
Servicio Nacional De Aprendizaje (SENA)
Ibagué, Colombia04-2021
Flight Attendant -
Escuela De Instrucción Aeronáutica
Bogotá, Colombia05-2017
Skills
- Food Preparation & Kitchen Operations
Experience in food preparation, production, mise en place, portioning, packaging, cooking, and general kitchen support - Food Safety & Handling
Knowledge of safe food handling, storage, preservation, preparation, sanitation, and Good Manufacturing Practices - Bakery & Pastry
Training in bakery and pastry products, dough preparation, homemade bread, and dessert preparation - Colombian Cuisine
Training and practical experience preparing traditional Colombian breakfasts, lunches, and other food products
- Customer Service & Sales
Strong interpersonal skills, friendly customer service, effective communication, and training in sales techniques - Organization & Teamwork
Ability to maintain an organized work environment, collaborate with team members, follow procedures, and perform effectively under pressure - Attention to Detail
Ability to follow recipes and procedures, control portions and weights, monitor supplies, and maintain quality standards - Safety & Sanitation
Knowledge of workplace safety, kitchen hygiene, sanitation, and accident-prevention practices
Certification
- *High-End Bakery and Pastry Product Preparation, SENA | December 2019 | 60 hours
*National Dessert Preparation, SENA | September 2020 | 40 hours
*Application of Good Manufacturing Practices in the Food and Beverage Industry, SENA | February 2020 | 48 hours
*Colombian Cuisine, SENA | December 2019 | 20 hours
*Homemade Bread Making, SENA | October 2019 | 70 hours
*Food Handling, SENA | August 2021 | 48 hours
*Sales Techniques, SENA | December 2015 | 40 hours
LANGUAGE SKILLS
- Spanish: Native / Fluent
- English: Intermediate
- SENA - Basic English Level 4 (December 2019)
- Praxis - English B1 (May 2017)
- Ebetec - English Level 3 (December 2023)
Timeline
Cook
MASSER
12.2019 - 03.2021
Restaurant Kitchen Assistant
informal experience
01.2018 - 2018
Culinary Technician -
Servicio Nacional De Aprendizaje (SENA)
Flight Attendant -
Escuela De Instrucción Aeronáutica