Febrous Deo Canos
Walnut Creek,CA
Summary
Structured cook with 5 years of experience preparing food for senior living residents. Customer-oriented team player skilled in kitchen equipment operations, menu design and kitchen supervision. Familiar with various cooking methods and sanitation procedures. Focused and collaborative team player skillful in communicating and translating resident requests. Offering deep understanding of food safety, OSHA and health code requirements. Hardworking Cook bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Kiscoseniorliving
Walnut Creek, CA
11.2019 - Current
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Regulated oven, broiler, and roaster operations for cooking at correct temperatures.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
- Took inventory counts before and after shifts to complete food inventory or storage sheets.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Assisted in developing new recipes or modifying existing ones for better taste or efficiency.
- Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
- Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
Education
High School Diploma -
MARISYL HIGH SCHOOL
Philippines04-2013
Skills
- Food Handler Certification
- Surface Cleaning
- Food Presentation
- Supply Restocking
- Order Verification
- Positive and Professional
- Recipe-Based Cooking
- Sanitation
- Quality Assurance and Control
- Ingredient Inspection
- Cutting and Slicing Techniques
- Plating and Presentation
- High Volume Production Capability
- Focused and Disciplined
- Cleaning and Organization
- Food Handler Certification
Certification
- Food Handler
Languages
English
Professional
References
Bill Capps
Kisco Byron Park Senior Living
Dining Service Director
+1 510-439-7185
Timeline
Cook
Kiscoseniorliving
11.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
MARISYL HIGH SCHOOL
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