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Jasmine Castro

La Mesa,CA

Summary

Experienced Cook Helper with knowledge of food preparation, kitchen sanitation, and inventory management. Strong skills in assisting chefs with meal creation, maintaining clean cooking areas, and carefully following recipe instructions. Known for quick learning ability and teamwork spirit. Contributed to improving kitchen efficiency at previous workplaces through effective support and strong organizational skills. Skilled food preparation team member experienced in readying cold foods, sides and beverages. Reliable in keeping surfaces clean and sanitized for infection control. Always ready to help team members and customers. Motivated Kitchen Hand consistently lifts heavy loads, stands for long periods and handles various cleaning tasks. Valuable and committed individual with strong understanding of food safety measures. Dependable, on-time and dedicated to good performance. Energetic Kitchen Hand touting many years of stocking pantries, washing pots, and pans and sanitizing work areas. Knowledgeable team player committed to hard work and readily available to help team members. Outgoing individual with great attendance record.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook Helper

El Zanson Grill
Spring Valley, CA
07.2022 - Current
  • Labeled containers appropriately for storage purposes following health codes regulations.
  • Set up banquet tables for events including buffets and special occasions according to customer requests or instructions from the chef and supervisor.
  • Maintained accurate records of daily food production sheets.
  • Displayed strong knowledge of menus items including ingredients used in each dish.
  • Organized pantry shelves so products could be easily found when needed.
  • Assembled meals according to instructions from the chef or supervisor.
  • Performed additional tasks as requested by supervisor or manager.
  • Stocked supplies such as food items in refrigerators and storerooms.
  • Monitored food inventory levels and restocked items as needed.
  • Operated slicers correctly when cutting meats or cheeses.
  • Provided assistance to cooks during peak times of service operations by expediting orders quickly and accurately.
  • Brought clean plates to tables in a timely manner when requested by customers.
  • Ensured that all leftover foods were stored properly in designated containers before end-of-shift cleaning procedures began.

Elderly Caregiver

Ohana House
San Diego, CA
01.2023 - 07.2024
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical team.
  • Communicated effectively with family members on progress of client's health condition.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients based on trust and respect.
  • Assisted elderly clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and meal preparation.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality care delivery.
  • Respected the privacy, dignity and confidentiality of each client served.
  • Encouraged social interaction between clients and their families.
  • Supported clients in making decisions that were consistent with their values and wishes.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly clients.
  • Maintained accurate records of services provided for each client.
  • Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on best practices for elder care.

Education

High School Diploma -

Monte Vista High School
Spring Valley, CA
06-2024

Skills

  • Food presentation
  • Portion Control
  • Stock Rotation
  • Food Storage
  • Recipe reading
  • Menu Planning
  • Food Plating
  • Kitchen Safety
  • Sanitation Practices
  • Food Preparation
  • Food handling
  • Pantry organization
  • Salad preparation
  • Sauce preparation
  • Pantry restocking
  • Surface cleaning
  • Inventory Oversight
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Cleaning proficiency
  • Kitchen Organization
  • Ingredient Preparation
  • Supply Restocking
  • Safe Chemical Handling

Languages

Spanish
Professional
English
Professional

Timeline

Elderly Caregiver

Ohana House
01.2023 - 07.2024

Cook Helper

El Zanson Grill
07.2022 - Current

High School Diploma -

Monte Vista High School
Jasmine Castro