Jensen Soler
Broadway,NC
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Line Cook
Pimiento Tea Room
Holly Springs, NC
06.2023 - 05.2024
Line Cook
Vienis
Holly Springs, North Carolina
12.2022 - 05.2023
Line Cook
Disney
Orlando, FL
11.2021 - 10.2022
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment ensuring proper functioning order.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
- Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
Line Cook
Slate
Orlando, FL
08.2020 - 10.2021
Line Cook
Chillis
Newburgh, NY
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Sanitized kitchen counters and preparation areas to prevent foodborne illness and cross-contamination.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
- Portioned food onto plates, added garnishes and sauces and handed off to wait staff for serving.
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
Prep Cook
Blu Pointe
Newburgh, New York
12.2017 - 06.2019
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
- Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies, including food items and utensils.
- Seasoned cooked dishes properly before serving them.
Line Cook
Slate
Orlando , FL
10.2016 - 09.2017
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment ensuring proper functioning order.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
Line Cook
Lions Pride
Orlando, FL
07.2016 - 06.2017
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment ensuring proper functioning order.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
- Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Responded quickly to any customer complaints or concerns about their dining experience.
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
- Prepped garnishes to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
Prep Cook
Planet Hollywood
Orlando, FL
04.2015 - 08.2016
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
- Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies, including food items and utensils.
- Seasoned cooked dishes properly before serving them.
Prep Cook
T Rex Cafe
Orlando, Florida
05.2012 - 08.2016
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
- Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies, including food items and utensils.
- Seasoned cooked dishes properly before serving them.
- Discarded spoiled food items immediately following established procedures.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared correctly by tasting them before serving.
- Communicated effectively with fellow staff members regarding meal preparations.
- Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment as required for meal preparation.
- Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
- Maintained an accurate inventory of supplies needed for daily operations.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations while handling sharp knives or operating machinery.
- Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, such as washing, peeling, cutting and slicing vegetables.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
- Checked freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.
- Heated sauces, soups and gravies according to specified methods.
- Measured ingredients accurately using measuring cups and spoons.
- Kept the kitchen area clean at all times during shifts.
- Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ramey Job Corps
Aguadilla Puerto Rico05-2007
Skills
- Food Processing
- Spoilage prevention
- Kitchen Organization
- Ingredient Preparation
- Food safety knowledge
- Food assembly
- Food presentation
- Portion Control
- Knife Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Sauce preparation
- Quality Control
- Sanitation Practices
- Safe Food Handling
- Ingredient inspection
- Kitchen Operations
- Recipe preparation
- Kitchen Station Setup
- Kitchen Sanitization
- Cleaning and organization
- Effective prioritization
- Food Storage Procedures
- Problem-Solving
- Meat Cutting
- Equipment Maintenance
- Highly motivated
Timeline
Lead Line Cook
Pimiento Tea Room
06.2023 - 05.2024
Line Cook
Vienis
12.2022 - 05.2023
Line Cook
Disney
11.2021 - 10.2022
Line Cook
Slate
08.2020 - 10.2021
Line Cook
Chillis
08.2019 - 03.2020
Prep Cook
Blu Pointe
12.2017 - 06.2019
Line Cook
Slate
10.2016 - 09.2017
Line Cook
Lions Pride
07.2016 - 06.2017
Prep Cook
Planet Hollywood
04.2015 - 08.2016
Prep Cook
T Rex Cafe
05.2012 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Ramey Job Corps