Ismael Martin
San Bernardino,CA
Summary
Punctual professional experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare quality food. Polished in setting up and cleaning equipment for daily food preparation and helping manage supplies. Excellent multitasker recognized for supporting successful kitchen operations.
Skilled cook with diverse experience in various culinary settings, including high-volume restaurants and boutique catering services. Possess strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, menu development, and kitchen safety protocols. Team-oriented professional with ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining creativity and quality standards. Contributed to significant improvements in kitchen operations and customer satisfaction ratings through innovative recipe development and effective inventory management.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook 2
San Manuel Casino
San Bernardino
03.2023 - 01.2025
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Inspected kitchen equipment for cleanliness and functionality prior to use.
- Checked quality of raw materials before use.
- Kept up to date with current culinary trends, as well as health and safety regulations.
- Received AAA Five Diamonds while working at Yamaha’s fine dining In Room Dining kitchen
- Received 11 out of 12 100% for Forbes
Line Cook
Black Bear Diner
Colton, California
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment ensuring proper functioning order.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports.
- Portioned food onto plates, added garnishes and sauces and handed off to wait staff for serving.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Tracked inventory levels of all products used in the kitchen on a daily basis.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Prepped garnishes to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
Education
High School Diploma -
Colton High School
Colton, California06-2019
Skills
- Grilling
- Food safety oversight
- Order prioritization
- Contamination prevention
- Ingredients measuring
- Recipe-based cooking
- Dish preparation
- Cooking
- Frying
- Sauteing
- Food presentation
- Recipe modification
- Food handling
- Sanitation
- Surface cleaning
- Multitasking and organization
- Menu planning
- Garnishing techniques
- Cooking techniques
- Order verification
- Culinary creativity
- Allergen awareness
- Cleaning and organization
- Food preparation
- Strong butchery skills
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Beautiful presentation of food
- Hospitality and service industry background
- Positive and professional
- Attention to detail
- Food handler certification
- Time management
- High volume production capability
- Food presentation talent
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Plating and presentation
- Kitchen organization
- Supply restocking
- Sanitation practices
- Knife skills
- Problem-solving
- Portion control
- Kitchen sanitation management
- Team collaboration
- New hire training
- Ingredient inspection
- Food plating
- Fine dining
- Culinary art
References
- Diana mora- Phone Number: +1 (323) 530-7820 , Position: Cook 2
- David Orellana- Phone Number: +1 (909) 732-0597, Position: Cook 2
- Robert kitchen- Phone Number: +1 (626) 727-0796, Position: Junior Sou Chef
- Felicia Nelson- Phone Number: +1 (909) 927-0649, Position: Junior Sou Chef
Timeline
Cook 2
San Manuel Casino
03.2023 - 01.2025
Line Cook
Black Bear Diner
03.2022 - 12.2022
High School Diploma -
Colton High School