Hector Mogollon
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Proven to enhance kitchen efficiency and customer satisfaction at Houston’s Restaurant, I bring expertise in cooking techniques and a strong customer service ethic. Demonstrated ability to multitask and maintain high sanitation standards led to significantly reducing food waste. Skilled in both team collaboration and independent work, I excel in fast-paced environments, ensuring quality food preparation and presentation.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Houston’s Restaurant
New Orleans, LA
06.2022 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- 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.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- 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.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- 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.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
Fry Cook
Houston’s Restaurant
New Orleans, LA
06.2022 - Current
- Operated large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers or griddles.
- Cleaned, stocked, and restocked workstations and display cases.
- Enhanced food quality by ensuring proper cooking times and temperatures for various fried foods.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Contributed to a positive team environment, collaborating with fellow cooks and staff members.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Operated fryers and grills by pouring oil and placing food items on surface to fry or grill.
- Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent cross-contamination and spoilage.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Tested temperatures of food at specified intervals by using food thermometers.
Hobart
Houston’s Restaurant
New Orleans, LA
06.2022 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Education
Grace King High School
Metairie, LA06.2021
Skills
- Customer Service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Frying
- Food Preparation
- Cooking techniques
- Sanitation
- Surface cleaning
- Food presentation
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cook
Houston’s Restaurant
06.2022 - Current
Fry Cook
Houston’s Restaurant
06.2022 - Current
Hobart
Houston’s Restaurant
06.2022 - Current
Grace King High School