Javier Garcia
Vancouver
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Kroger, Fred Meyer, excelling in food preparation and customer satisfaction. Proven ability to enhance workflow efficiency and train team members in sanitation procedures. Skilled in menu planning and maintaining high food quality, ensuring a memorable dining experience for customers.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Deli Cook
Kroger, Fred Meyer
01.2024 - Current
- Prepared deli meats and cheeses according to food safety standards.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of workstations.
- Operated slicing and food preparation equipment safely and efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Monitored inventory levels, reporting shortages to management promptly.
- Engaged with customers, taking orders and addressing inquiries effectively.
Bakery Production Worker
Kroger, Fred Meyer Distribution Center
07.2010 - 09.2022
- Operated production machinery to ensure efficient bakery product output.
- Maintained quality control standards throughout all stages of production.
- Assisted in training new team members on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency in baking operations.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations during daily operations.
- Organized workstations to optimize space and streamline production processes.
- Completed inspections of bakery products, checking for quality and conformity.
Cook
Sharis Pie & Shakes
04.1995 - 07.2010
- Prepared diverse menu items following established recipes and presentation standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently to maintain high food quality.
- Monitored stock levels, ensuring timely replenishment of ingredients and supplies.
- Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and kitchen safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize kitchen workflow during peak service hours.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Chef Supervisor
Crossing Restaurant
02.1990 - 04.1995
- Supervised kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Trained staff in culinary techniques and efficient food preparation processes.
- Developed seasonal menus, enhancing customer satisfaction and dining experience.
- Coordinated inventory management, minimizing waste and optimizing ingredient usage.
- Collaborated with front-of-house team to streamline service flow during peak hours.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ninos- Heroas
Michoacan, Mexico Skills
- Customer satisfaction
- Cleaning duties
- Food preparation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Cooking techniques
- Knife skills
- Sanitation procedures
- Food presentation
- Temperature monitoring
- Menu planning
- Workstation organization
Timeline
Deli Cook
Kroger, Fred Meyer
01.2024 - Current
Bakery Production Worker
Kroger, Fred Meyer Distribution Center
07.2010 - 09.2022
Cook
Sharis Pie & Shakes
04.1995 - 07.2010
Chef Supervisor
Crossing Restaurant
02.1990 - 04.1995
High School Diploma -
Ninos- Heroas