Hector Antonio Benitez Melgar
Washington
Summary
Detail-oriented Cook Shift Leader with a strong focus on food safety compliance and staff supervision. Proven ability to train teams effectively and manage kitchen operations for optimal efficiency.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Shift Leader
Black coffee
Washington
08.2023 - Current
- Supervised kitchen staff during peak service periods to ensure efficient workflow.
- Coordinated food preparation and cooking processes for timely meal delivery.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and maintained cleanliness standards.
- Trained new cooks on proper food handling techniques.
- Organized the work area for efficient functioning during shifts.
- Ensured kitchen staff followed health and safety regulations.
- Inspected equipment and ensured it was properly maintained by kitchen staff.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of menu items, ingredients, and recipes.
Cook Shift Leader
ohh's & Aahh's
washigton
06.2021 - 08.2023
- Supervised kitchen staff during peak service periods to ensure efficient workflow.
- Coordinated food preparation and cooking processes for timely meal delivery.
- Trained new cooks on menu items and kitchen safety protocols.
- Monitored inventory levels and communicated supply needs to management.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and maintained cleanliness standards.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service promptly.
- Trained new cooks on proper food handling techniques.
- Ensured kitchen staff followed health and safety regulations.
- Reviewed food orders to verify accuracy before they were sent out.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of menu items, ingredients, and recipes.
- Enforced sanitation policies and procedures throughout the kitchen area.
Line Cook
Fats Bbq
washington
05.2020 - 09.2021
- Prepared meats and vegetables for grilling and smoking processes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal preparation and service.
- Operated grills, smokers, and kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
- Followed recipes and cooking techniques to deliver consistent food quality.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
Restaurant Busser
VAPIANO
Washington
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Maintained cleanliness of dining area, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for guests.
- Assisted servers by promptly clearing and resetting tables after each dining experience.
- Monitored supply levels and communicated needs to management for timely replenishment.
- Followed sanitation guidelines to ensure food safety and maintain health standards.
- Carried food, dishes, trays, or silverware from kitchens or supply departments to serving counters.
- Reset tables in a timely manner with clean silverware, napkins and condiments.
- Swept floors and removed garbage from dining area.
Education
Bell Multicultural High School
Washington Dc 01-2021
Skills
- Food safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Cooking techniques
- Equipment maintenance
- Staff supervision
- Training and development
- Effective communication
- Sanitation practices
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Ordering supplies
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Professional
Timeline
Cook Shift Leader
Black coffee
08.2023 - Current
Cook Shift Leader
ohh's & Aahh's
06.2021 - 08.2023
Line Cook
Fats Bbq
05.2020 - 09.2021
Restaurant Busser
VAPIANO
02.2019 - 03.2020
Bell Multicultural High School