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Haydee Gonzalez

Dallas

Summary

Dynamic kitchen professional with extensive experience at Town Place Suites By Marriott, excelling in food preparation and safety. Proven ability to enhance productivity through effective multitasking and stock rotation. Reliable and trustworthy, consistently delivering exceptional service while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.

Diligent [Desired Position] with solid background in fast-paced kitchen environments. Demonstrated ability to maintain high standards of food preparation and ensure timely service. Proven skills in teamwork and multitasking under pressure.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen Line Cook

Town Place Suites By Marriott
03.2023 - 05.2025
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workstation, ensuring compliance with health department regulations.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Increased ticket turnover rate by quickly adapting to changing priorities and multitasking effectively.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.

Cashier Team Lead

Guess Who's Coming To Dinner Caterers
01.2018 - 02.2023
  • Performed store opening, closing, and shift-change actions and kept accurate shift-change logs.
  • Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
  • Communicated with customers and team members to solve problems.
  • Processed both cash and card purchases and returns.
  • Maintained a clean and inviting checkout area, contributing to an enjoyable shopping experience for customers.

Cleaner

DALLAS STREEST SERVICE DEP
06.2014 - 01.2018
  • Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, kitchens and other similar areas according to established protocols.
  • Enhanced workplace cleanliness by performing thorough daily cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
  • Removed trash, debris and other waste materials from premises.
  • Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
  • Cleaned and polished glass doors, mirrors and other surfaces to maintain professional appearance.
  • Handled equipment, chemicals, and materials properly and with caution.

Server

CHAPALITA
03.2012 - 05.2013
  • Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.

Server

Quiznos Subs
08.2008 - 01.2010
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.

Table Busser

Gringos Tex Mex
02.2006 - 02.2007
  • Bussed tables, cleared, cleaned and set tables quickly to facilitate table turns during high volume periods.
  • Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
  • Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by efficiently clearing tables and resetting them for new guests.
  • Prepared tables for new guests by resetting condiments, adding silverware and wiping down all surfaces.

Server

Las Palapas Restaurant
01.2004 - 03.2006
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.

Education

High School Diploma -

MAX PLANCK
MEXICO
03-1991

Skills

  • Knife skills
  • Food plating
  • Portion control
  • Grilling techniques
  • Food safety
  • Food preparation
  • Cleaning procedures
  • Stock rotation
  • Food presentation
  • Ingredient identification
  • Cooking temperatures
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Food safety knowledge
  • Ingredient preparation

Accomplishments

  • Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Achieved [Result] by introducing [Software] for [Type] tasks.
  • Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].

Timeline

Kitchen Line Cook

Town Place Suites By Marriott
03.2023 - 05.2025

Cashier Team Lead

Guess Who's Coming To Dinner Caterers
01.2018 - 02.2023

Cleaner

DALLAS STREEST SERVICE DEP
06.2014 - 01.2018

Server

CHAPALITA
03.2012 - 05.2013

Server

Quiznos Subs
08.2008 - 01.2010

Table Busser

Gringos Tex Mex
02.2006 - 02.2007

Server

Las Palapas Restaurant
01.2004 - 03.2006

High School Diploma -

MAX PLANCK