Gabriel Martinez
Waffle Shop
West Point,CA
4
years of professional experience
Adaptable cook with a strong background in fast-food and kitchen operations. Known for maintaining sanitation, managing multiple orders at once, and keeping supplies stocked. Supports team productivity, reduces waste, and helps deliver consistent, high-quality meals.
Work History
Cook
3 Months- Inspected inventory levels and communicated supply needs to prevent service delay
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to the food preparation process.
- Assisted with batch cooking and kitchen workflow improvements during busy service periods.
- Inspected inventory levels and communicated supply needs to prevent service delays.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Adapted daily production to accommodate special diets and resident preferences.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
Cook
2 Years 11 Months- Prepared high-quality menu items following recipes, portion standards, and dietary requirements.
- Coordinated meal prep and service to maintain consistent timing and presentation.
- Monitored food safety, sanitation, and temperature controls throughout kitchen operations.
- Trained new kitchen staff on station setup, preparation methods, and cleanliness standards.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
Burger King Crew Member
1 Year- Greeted customers and processed orders accurately at register and drive-thru.
- Prepared burgers, fries, and beverages following food safety and quality standards.
- Maintained clean dining, kitchen, and service areas throughout shifts.
- Stocked ingredients, supplies, and packaging to support smooth operations.
- Kept kitchen, counter and dining areas cleaned and sanitized.
- Followed opening and closing procedures, including sanitation and equipment checks.
- Replenished condiments, beverages, and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
- Kept drawer balanced by accurately processing cash, credit and debit payments.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Loaded food, dishes and utensils on carts and trays to transport from designated food preparation areas to designated tables.
Education
- Relevant Coursework: serve safe certificate Food service
Skills
Customer service
Cooking
Cleaning and organization
Food handling
Supply restocking
Hospitality and service industry background
Sanitation
Multitasking and organization
Timeline
Cook
Waffle Shop
07.2026 - CurrentRead More
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08.2023 - 07.2026Read More
Burger King Crew Member
Burger King
08.2022 - 08.2023Read More
Thomas Downy HS.
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