FRANCISCO SANCHEZ RIVAS
Redwood City,CA
Summary
Experienced Cook and Coordinator with a strong background in team leadership, inventory control, and food handling. Skilled in training staff, organizing kitchen operations, and delivering safe, high-quality meals efficiently.
Overview
2
2
Languages
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook and Coordinator
Sisters of Mercy
Burlingame, California
03.2016 - Current
- Monitored cooking temperatures and held foods at safe levels
- Trained and managed kitchen staff, enhancing service quality and overall team performance.
- Coordinated with wait staff for timely meal delivery, improving customer satisfaction.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Checked inventory to ensure stock was sufficient for operations. and placed orders for required supplies.
- Stored food supplies according to Sisters of Mercy safety guidelines
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Cook Shift Leader
The Fish Market
San Mateo, California
01.2015 - 11.2017
- Led line cooks during busy shifts at The Fish Market
- Supervised all aspects of the kitchen operations including inventory control and ordering of supplies.
- Monitored grill, fry, and sauté stations for smooth kitchen flow
- Monitored food preparation to ensure quality standards were met.
- Performed regular inventory checks to ensure adequate stock levels were maintained.
Cook
Izzys Steak House
Redwood City, California
03.2013 - 10.2015
- Monitored oven temperatures and adjusted bake times.
- Coordinated orders to ensure timely delivery of food based on cook and delivery times.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Procured kitchen supplies to maintain optimal inventory levels for smooth operations.
Cook
Amicis pizzeria
Redwood City, California
08.2012 - 11.2014
- Prepared pizzas, pasta, and appetizers, ensuring quality and consistency of house recipes.
- Replenished kitchen stations with fresh ingredients and supplies, maintaining operational readiness.
- Facilitated clear communication with servers and kitchen staff regarding order timing, enhancing service efficiency.
- Ensured safe operation of ovens, fryers, and mixers to maintain a hazard-free kitchen to help prevent accidents and equipment issues.
Education
Bachelor of Computing - Basic Computer Skills
Imfoavance
El Salvador12-2011
GED -
Injosica
El Salvador11-2011
I'm Studying
San MAteo Adult And Career Education
San Mateo, CA10-2026
Skills
- Cooking
- Food preparation
- Recipe-based cooking
- Food handling
- Food storage
- Food presentation
- Menu planning
- Inventory control
- Kitchen organization
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Team leadership
- Staff training
- Hospitality service expertise
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Microsoft Excel
- Food handler certification
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Cook and Coordinator
Sisters of Mercy
03.2016 - Current
Cook Shift Leader
The Fish Market
01.2015 - 11.2017
Cook
Izzys Steak House
03.2013 - 10.2015
Cook
Amicis pizzeria
08.2012 - 11.2014
Bachelor of Computing - Basic Computer Skills
Imfoavance
GED -
Injosica
I'm Studying
San MAteo Adult And Career Education