Jeffrey Rodriguez
Chicago,IL
Summary
Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized, and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
The Publican
11.2024 - Current
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced environment.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain kitchen efficiency.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
Cook
La Serre Restaurant
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Lead Line Cook
Eden Restaurant
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
- Collaborated with servers to collect information about specific customer desires and dietary needs.
- Trained, managed and guided empoyees to perform efficiently and consistently on stations assigned.
- Set up, managed, and executed parties reserved at restaurant of over 20 people.
Prep Cook
Levy Restaurants
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality
- Inspected and cleaned food preparation areas to guarantee safe, sanitary food-handling practices
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping and taking out trash
- Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity
- Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients and workstations when opening and closing kitchen
- Supported waitstaff and other team members in completing tasks
- Received food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete entire order together and serve hot
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry
- Washed, peeled and cut various fruits and vegetables to prepare for serving
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service
Line Cook
Au Cheval
01.2018 - 02.2020
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Kitchen Manager
Chicago Diner
06.2015 - 01.2018
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment
- Helped general management develop prices based on inventory costs and portion sizes
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget
- Hired, trained and managed all kitchen staff, including employee development, issuing disciplinary action and conducting performance reviews
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity
Education
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Pathways In Education
Chicago, IL10.2017
Skills
- Food preparation
- Food presentation talent
- Teamwork
- Efficient multitasking
- Kitchen organization
- Food inspection
Professional/ Work References
Name: Ceci Mendez
Title/Relationship: Manager/Co-worker
Contact Phone Number: 1(773)701-0759
Name: Alfredo Contreras
Title/Relationship: Supervisor, Co worker
Contact Phone Number: 1(773)707-5526
Name: Chris Defibaugh
Title/Relationship: Manager
Contact Phone Number: 1(773)451-6404
Timeline
Cook
The Publican
11.2024 - Current
Cook
La Serre Restaurant
01.2024 - 08.2024
Lead Line Cook
Eden Restaurant
04.2022 - 05.2023
Prep Cook
Levy Restaurants
02.2020 - 02.2021
Line Cook
Au Cheval
01.2018 - 02.2020
Kitchen Manager
Chicago Diner
06.2015 - 01.2018
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Pathways In Education
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