Francisco Mendez
Union City,NJ
Summary
Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Dedicated professional experienced in environments. Focused and collaborative team player skillful in communicating and translating customer requests. Offering deep understanding of food safety, osha and health code requirements.
Motivated professional with several years of experience preparing delicious meals for customers. Polished in following proper food handling methods and maintaining correct temperature of food products. Creative and artistic professional committed to strengthening kitchen team with better collaboration, recipes and cooking techniques.
Punctual professional 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.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Standard Cook/ Seafood Cook/ Catering /Event Server
Madison Square Garden, MSG
New York, NY
09.2019 - 09.2025
- Prepared diverse menu items for large events at a premier entertainment venue.
- Managed kitchen operations during high-pressure events and concerts.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.
- Cook large batches of seafood for games and events.
- Cook and served post game meals for both Rangers and Knicks players.
- Prepared specialty dishes for both The Madison Club and Chase Lounge.
Deli Clerk/Customer Service
Binghamton Bagels
Fort Lee, NJ
01.2013 - 04.2018
- Prepared and served food.
- Accurately recorded customers orders.
- Cleaned and sanitised work areas.
- Stocked service area.
- Prepared comfort food.
- Washed flatware, cooking utensils, equipment, counters and table.
- Worked quickly in a fast-paced environment.
- Provided strong and friendly customer service.
- Handled cash transactions accurately at the point of sale.
- Worked collaboratively with other staff members to ensure efficient operation of the store operations during peak hours of business activity.
Deli Clerk/Food Preparation /Cheese Clerk
Garden of Eden
Hoboken, New Jersey
10.2009 - 11.2012
- Prepared sandwiches, cold cuts, sliced lox to customers orders.
- Served prepared hot foods by the pound.
- Served samples of cheeses and filled orders for customers.
- During down times would stock both deli and cheese department.
- Trained new staff on food preparation and customer service standards.
- Assisted customers with selecting products from the deli case or menu board.
- Followed company recipes for preparing foods such as soups, salads, sandwiches.
- Offered suggestions for additional items that would complement customer's order selections.
- Operated cash register accurately and efficiently for customer transactions.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills when interacting with customers and coworkers.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
Prep Cook/Server/Cashier
Stevens Tech University
Hoboken, New Jersey
09.2006 - 08.2009
- Prepared hot foods during the morning.
- Set up deli station for lunch crowd.
- Took and filled out orders for cold cut sandwiches during lunch time.
- Closed down station after lunch and cleaned work station.
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items at university dining facilities.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including ovens, mixers, and slicers safely and effectively.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment as required for meal preparation.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Completed special orders according to customer dietary needs.
- Modified standard recipes to address customer requests for substitutions or allergen concerns.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
Education
Diploma -
Emerson High School
Skills
- Food Service
- Food preparation
- Food safety
- Event catering
- Kitchen organization
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Adaptability under pressure
- Food presentation
- New hire training
- Dish preparation
- Ingredients measuring
- Food plating and presentation
- Food spoilage prevention
- Food waste reduction
- Staff training
Assessment Link
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Timeline
Standard Cook/ Seafood Cook/ Catering /Event Server
Madison Square Garden, MSG
09.2019 - 09.2025
Deli Clerk/Customer Service
Binghamton Bagels
01.2013 - 04.2018
Deli Clerk/Food Preparation /Cheese Clerk
Garden of Eden
10.2009 - 11.2012
Prep Cook/Server/Cashier
Stevens Tech University
09.2006 - 08.2009
Diploma -
Emerson High School