Gerson Josue Montoya Sanchez
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Adept at enhancing kitchen operations and teamwork, I significantly improved efficiency at Hwaro Korean BBQ Restaurant by streamlining dishwashing processes and fostering a collaborative environment. Skilled in safe food handling and customer service, my contributions have led to smoother service flows and heightened dining experiences, showcasing my ability to multitask and maintain high standards of cleanliness.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
Off The Strip At The Linq
09.2023 - Current
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening shift.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
- Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.
- Collaborated with kitchen team, effectively communicating to streamline processes and optimize workflow.
- Provided support during peak business hours, ensuring smooth service flow while maintaining high-quality output.
Sushi Helper
Umami Sushi & Bar
11.2020 - 07.2023
- Contributed to kitchen operations by washing dishes, cleaning equipment, and performing general maintenance tasks as needed.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of current food trends and industry best practices, applying insights to daily work.
- Delivered exceptional dining experiences by accommodating special dietary requests or modifications to sushi rolls as needed.
- Enhanced customer experience by providing knowledgeable recommendations on sushi rolls, sashimi, and other menu offerings.
- Collaborated with sushi chefs to create innovative menu items, resulting in increased sales and repeat customers.
- Prepared high-quality seafood, rice and ingredients for sushi.
Dishwasher Supervisor
Hwaro Korean BBQ Restaurant
10.2017 - 08.2020
- Supervised and trained new dishwashing staff, promoting adherence to kitchen policies and procedures.
- Ensured timely delivery of clean dishes to serving stations, supporting efficient food service operations during peak hours.
- Evaluated dishwasher performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement opportunities within the team structure.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining dishwashing processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Assisted in inventory management, ordering necessary supplies while minimizing waste costs.
- Monitored equipment functionality, scheduling repairs as needed to avoid interruptions in service.
- Collaborated with chefs and other kitchen staff for smooth daily operations and timely meal preparation.
- Promoted teamwork among all kitchen personnel, resolving conflicts professionally when they arose.
- Managed dishwasher schedule to ensure adequate coverage during peak service hours.
- Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
Education
Grades 9,10,11,12
Ed W. Clark High School
Las Vegas, NV06.2020
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Cleaning and organization
- Customer service
- Safe food handling
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Efficient multitasking
- Following instructions
- Food preparation
- Cleanliness
- Team collaboration
- Knife skills
- Basic cooking techniques
- Chopping vegetables
- Workstation maintenance
- Stock rotation
- Kitchen operations
- Sauce preparation
- Food processing
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Recipe reading
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Prep Cook
Off The Strip At The Linq
09.2023 - Current
Sushi Helper
Umami Sushi & Bar
11.2020 - 07.2023
Dishwasher Supervisor
Hwaro Korean BBQ Restaurant
10.2017 - 08.2020
Grades 9,10,11,12
Ed W. Clark High School
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