Jhonny Pena
Hollywood,FL
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
Longhorn Steakhouse
Davie, FL
12.1999 - 05.2024
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
- Cleaned cooking and refrigeration equipment to sanitize and prevent food-borne illness.
- Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
- Operated industrial dishwashers to clean plates, glasses, silverware, and cooking utensils.
Cook
Longhorn Steakhouse
Hollywood, FL
04.2011 - 06.2020
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- 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.
- Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies, including food items and utensils.
- Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment as required for meal preparation.
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
- Monitored freshness of food products to help reduce spoilage.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Dressed, seasoned and garnished appetizers and salads to prepare for food service.
- Helped train and develop new talent.
Cleaning Crew Member
Seminole Hard Rock Casino
Hollywood, FL
02.2015 - 01.2016
- Swept and mopped floors in public areas.
- Dusted furniture, fixtures, and other surfaces.
- Emptied trash cans and replaced liners.
- Stocked restrooms with paper products and soap dispensers.
- Sanitized all restroom fixtures including sinks, toilets, urinals, mirrors, walls and floors.
- Disinfected kitchen appliances such as refrigerators and microwaves.
- Washed dishes by hand or loaded dishwashers for washing.
- Maintained janitorial closets in a clean, organized manner.
- Performed minor maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs or unclogging drains.
- Followed established health codes while performing duties.
- Responded quickly to spills or accidents using appropriate cleaning materials.
- Adhered to all safety guidelines while operating machinery such as floor buffers.
- Reported any damages or repairs needed to supervisor immediately.
Hot Line Cook
Longhorn Steakhouse
Hollywood, FL
08.2005 - 08.2010
- Prepared and cooked food items in accordance with recipes and established standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment such as grills, ovens, fryers, stoves, slicers, mixers.
- Stocked and replenished ingredients from storage areas to workstations as needed.
- Followed proper plate presentation techniques and quality standards for all dishes served.
- Ensured all food orders were accurate and delivered timely to guests.
- Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators and heating equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Monitored inventory levels of food supplies; placed orders when necessary.
- Properly labeled containers of prepared foods for identification purposes.
- Assisted with the training of new cooks or other kitchen staff members when needed.
- Cleaned up work areas at end of shift including washing dishes, utensils and pots and pans.
- Organized coolers and freezers ensuring that food products are properly stored.
- Restocked kitchen shelves with necessary items throughout shift as needed.
Line Cook
Chili's Restaurant
Hollywood, FL
10.2010 - 03.2011
- Prepared and cooked food items in accordance with recipes and established standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment such as grills, ovens, fryers, stoves, slicers, mixers.
- Stocked and replenished ingredients from storage areas to workstations as needed.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
Dishwasher
Argentango Grill
Hollywood, FL
08.2003 - 06.2004
- Operated industrial dishwashers to clean plates, glasses, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Loaded dirty dishes into the dishwasher racks and unloaded clean dishes from the washer onto carts or shelves.
- Stocked service areas with clean plates, bowls, cups, and other items as needed.
- Checked temperatures of dishwashing machines to ensure proper functioning.
- Maintained adequate levels of cleaning supplies for washing dishes.
Chef Assistant
Sheraton Hotel & Resorts
Dania Beach, FL
11.2007 - 02.2009
- Assisted Chef in preparing ingredients for various dishes.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen equipment, appliances, and utensils.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas throughout shift.
- Stocked food items and supplies as needed.
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to FIFO principles.
- Sliced meats and cheeses for plating or buffet service.
- Measured ingredients accurately for recipe preparation.
- Rotated stock on shelves to maintain product freshness.
- Transported cooked foods from kitchen area to dining area promptly.
- Cleaned and sanitized food preparation areas, complying with hygiene codes and health and safety standards.
- Prepared meats, vegetables or desserts according to orders or instructions.
Landscaping Assistant
Geroge's landscaping
Davie, FL
06.2003 - 03.2004
- Assisted in the development of landscape designs and plans.
- Mowed lawns, trimmed shrubs and trees, and applied fertilizers as needed.
- Operated a variety of landscaping equipment including mowers, edgers, trimmers, blowers and hedge clippers.
- Planted flowers, grasses, shrubs and trees following specified layouts.
Driver
Uber,lyft,indrive, personal driver.
Hollywood, Fl
11.2021 - Current
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Communicated with customers to provide delivery updates and confirm delivery locations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rafael Urdaneta
Venezuela01-1997
Skills
- Electrical Maintenance
- Circuit Testing
- Electrical Repairs
- Systems maintenance
- Safety and compliance
- Identifying problems
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
Certification
- Miami Institute of medical Technology, vocational school certificate/ Phlebotomy techniciam. octuber 2022
- Certificate of Appreciation / In Recognition of your committed service to human Needs of our Community./ COMMUNITY BLOOD CENTER OF SOUTH FLORIDA. July. 09 2001
- The Golden Light Institute / third degree Reiki Certificate, 1999
- Certificate Tae Kwon Do/ Hong Ki Kim school/ black belt 1 dan, 1995
- Certificate recognizes successful completion of Orientetion and Guest Serice Training
activities and sports
- I participated in two half marathons, I stay active, I practice hatha yoga, and tae kwon do. I run 10 miles a week.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Driver
Uber,lyft,indrive, personal driver.
11.2021 - Current
Cleaning Crew Member
Seminole Hard Rock Casino
02.2015 - 01.2016
Cook
Longhorn Steakhouse
04.2011 - 06.2020
Line Cook
Chili's Restaurant
10.2010 - 03.2011
Chef Assistant
Sheraton Hotel & Resorts
11.2007 - 02.2009
Hot Line Cook
Longhorn Steakhouse
08.2005 - 08.2010
Dishwasher
Argentango Grill
08.2003 - 06.2004
Landscaping Assistant
Geroge's landscaping
06.2003 - 03.2004
Line Cook
Longhorn Steakhouse
12.1999 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
Rafael Urdaneta