Jeanette Zavala
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Efficient Kitchen Line Cook recognized for productivity and ability to complete tasks swiftly and accurately. Skilled in time management, multitasking, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization. Possess specialized skills in inventory management, food safety compliance, and culinary presentation. Excel using teamwork, communication, and adaptability to ensure seamless kitchen operations and exceptional dining experiences.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Line Cook
Buffalo Wild Wings
Glendale, CA
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Label any stored foods appropriately with date stamps according to health codes.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Sanitized kitchen counters and preparation areas to prevent foodborne illness and cross-contamination.
- Verified kitchen staff followed all recipes and portion serving guidelines correctly.
Kitchen Line Cook
Shake Shack
Century City, CA
07.2018 - 11.2019
- Weigh or measure ingredients accurately using proper measuring devices.
- Label any stored foods appropriately with date stamps according to health codes.
- Adhere to all safety and sanitation regulations within the kitchen area.
- Clean up station and take care of leftover food items according to health code regulations.
- Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff.
- Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food.
- Operate various kitchen appliances such as grills, ovens, broilers.
- Check freshness of food items before use.
- Organize supplies for each shift as needed.
- Maintain a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, taking out trash.
Cashier Team Lead
KFC Taco Bell
Los Angeles, CA
06.2015 - 05.2018
- Trained new cashiers on proper use of registers and store policies.
- Maintained a clean work environment by sweeping floors and wiping down counters regularly.
- Analyzed sales data reports to identify trends in customer buying habits.
- Assisted customers with locating items within the store when requested.
- Developed strong working relationships with team members to foster collaboration.
- Performed daily opening and closing procedures for the register area.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
Education
GED -
Evans Community Adult School
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Food Preparation
- Cleaning procedures
- Knife Skills
- Food Plating
- Stock Rotation
- Portion Control
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kitchen Line Cook
Buffalo Wild Wings
08.2021 - 10.2022
Kitchen Line Cook
Shake Shack
07.2018 - 11.2019
Cashier Team Lead
KFC Taco Bell
06.2015 - 05.2018
GED -
Evans Community Adult School