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Ernestine Peshlakai

Farmington,NM

Summary

Experienced Cook's Assistant with a Master's Degree in Culinary Arts and a strong background in food preparation, cooking techniques, and menu planning. Proven ability to assist in managing inventory, maintaining cleanliness, and collaborating with team members to ensure efficient workflow. Skilled in following recipes, portioning food, and maintaining high standards of sanitation and hygiene. Excellent time management and attention to detail. Dedicated and passionate about creating delicious and visually appealing dishes. Hardworking cook bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths. Punctual cook experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare quality food. Polished in setting up and cleaning equipment for daily food preparation and helping manage supplies. Excellent multitasker recognized for supporting successful kitchen operations. Detail-oriented Prep Cook successful in high-volume fast food settings. Highly skilled in different stations, cooking methods and presentations. Brings strong commitment to teamwork.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Labor Worker

Elwood Staffing
Farmington, NM
09.2015 - Current
  • Assisted head chef in food preparation and cooking
  • Managed inventory and ensured freshness of ingredients
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen area
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow
  • Performed visual and mechanical quality verifications to meet customer specifications.
  • Removed physical refuse and debris and organized tools to maintain safe work environment.
  • Monitored processes, reporting abnormalities to management team.
  • Assembled and completed products according to production schedules.
  • Adhered to work safety standards, wore protective equipment and removed workplace hazards from job sites.

Line Cook

Northern Edge Casino
Kirtland, NM
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Prepared and cooked various dishes according to recipes
  • Assisted in menu planning and recipe development
  • Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food service
  • Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
  • Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
  • Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
  • Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
  • Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
  • Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
  • Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.

Cook

WALMART, Walmart
Farmington, NM
09.2018 - 09.2021
  • Prepared ingredients for cooking, such as chopping vegetables and marinating meats
  • Assisted in food portioning and plating
  • Managed inventory and restocked supplies as needed
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of prep area
  • Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
  • Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
  • Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.

Cook

Burger King
Farmington, NM
03.2018 - 09.2019
  • Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
  • Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
  • Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
  • Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
  • Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.

Education

High School Diploma -

Newcomb High School
Newcomb, NM
05.1992

Skills

  • Food preparation
  • Cooking techniques
  • Menu planning
  • Inventory management
  • Sanitation and hygiene
  • Team collaboration
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Positive and Professional
  • Customer Service

Affiliations

  • I am very initiative person fast learner and i like working with a great team

Timeline

Line Cook

Northern Edge Casino
01.2022 - 01.2023

Cook

WALMART, Walmart
09.2018 - 09.2021

Cook

Burger King
03.2018 - 09.2019

Labor Worker

Elwood Staffing
09.2015 - Current

High School Diploma -

Newcomb High School

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