Izaiah Salas
Summary
Resourceful Cook Shift Leader known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Specialize in menu planning, inventory management, and kitchen safety protocols. Excel in teamwork, leadership, communication, and time management, ensuring smooth kitchen operations and team coordination with and open mind, eagerness to learn.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Shift Leader
The Melting Pot
El Paso, Texas
06.2021 - Current
- Prepared delicious and beautifully plated meals for our customers.
- Manage inventory and stock adhering to FIFO protocol, while ensuring only the best quality was accepted.
- Trained new cooks on menu items and kitchen procedures at The Melting Pot.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations during shifts.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Managed cashiering duties such as counting money at the end of shift.
- Menu planning
Service Bartender
The Melting Pot
El Paso, TX
09.2023 - 01.2025
- Maintained an organized bar and adhered to cleaning and sanitational standards.
- Mixed and served a variety of specialty cocktails and beverages.
- Assisted in training new bartenders on best practices and menu items.
- Ensured all alcoholic beverages were served in accordance with state laws and regulations.
- Developed knowledge of beer, wine, spirits, liqueurs, mixed drinks, non-alcoholic drinks.
- Provided helpful suggestions for food and drink pairings to customers.
- Performed opening and closing duties including counting money drawers and restocking items.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
Line Cook
Boss Chicken
El Paso, TX
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Prepared ingredients according to Boss Chicken's recipes and standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during meal preparation.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures and best practices for food preparation.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
Education
Eastwood Highschool
El Paso, TXSkills
- Food preparation
- Kitchen management
- Food safety
- Inventory control
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Stock management
- Food handling safety
- Multitasking and organization
Timeline
Service Bartender
The Melting Pot
09.2023 - 01.2025
Cook Shift Leader
The Melting Pot
06.2021 - Current
Line Cook
Boss Chicken
08.2020 - 06.2021
Eastwood Highschool