Javier Castillo Marquez
Bellflower,CA
Summary
Dynamic Cook Shift Leader with a proven track record at Disneyland Resort, enhancing meal service speed and guest satisfaction. Skilled in team leadership and quality control, I effectively trained staff and optimized kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health standards while maintaining high food quality. Passionate about delivering exceptional dining experiences.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Shift Leader
Disneyland Resort
08.2018 - Current
- Implemented operational improvements that enhanced meal service speed and guest satisfaction ratings.
- Conducted regular quality checks on prepared dishes, maintaining consistency in taste and presentation.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to health department standards for safety and sanitation.
- Fostered a positive work environment through effective communication and conflict resolution among team members.
- Assisted management with scheduling, ensuring proper coverage during busy shifts and reducing labor costs.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
- Trained and supervised cooking staff to expertly meet daily needs.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
Cook Shift Leader
Universal Studios
06.2015 - 05.2017
- Supervised kitchen staff during shifts, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality food preparation.
- Trained new team members in food safety practices and cooking techniques to maintain compliance.
- Coordinated with management to optimize menu offerings based on guest feedback and seasonal ingredients.
- Monitored inventory levels, placing orders to ensure kitchen is stocked with essential supplies.
Education
No Degree - Kinesiology
Cerritos College
Norwalk, California, CA03-2027
High School Diploma -
Bellflower High
Bellflower, CA05-2011
Skills
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen organization
- Food storage
- Food preparation
- Quality control
- Meal preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Kitchen management
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Ingredient knowledge
- Health and safety compliance
- Labor management
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Task delegation
- Food safety
- Cooking
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Grilling techniques
- Sanitation standards
- Food spoilage prevention
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Staff training
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional Working
Interests
- Team Sports
- I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
- Hiking
- Gym Workouts
- Experimenting with different creative mediums, like [medium 1], [medium 2], and [medium 3], to expand skills and techniques
- Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
Timeline
Cook Shift Leader
Disneyland Resort
08.2018 - Current
Cook Shift Leader
Universal Studios
06.2015 - 05.2017
No Degree - Kinesiology
Cerritos College
High School Diploma -
Bellflower High