Joel Martinez

Lead Prep Cook

Coldwater Brewery and Grill

South Lake Tahoe

07.2024 - 06.2025

Prepared high-quality ingredients for menu items at Coldwater Brewery and Grill.
Organized kitchen stations to ensure efficient food preparation processes.
Assisted in training new kitchen staff on safety and cooking procedures.
Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards throughout the kitchen area.
Collaborated with chefs to develop seasonal menu offerings and specials.
Monitored inventory levels to ensure timely supply of ingredients.
Implemented food storage procedures to minimize waste and maintain freshness.
Conducted regular inspections of kitchen equipment ensuring they are properly cleaned and maintained in good working order.
Maintained a clean and organized work area by sweeping, mopping, and wiping down surfaces.
Adhered to all safety standards while operating kitchen equipment such as ovens and fryers.
Controlled waste through careful preparation planning and efficient use of leftovers.
Followed recipes accurately to ensure consistent product quality.
Monitored inventory levels of ingredients and notified management when supplies were low.
Checked temperatures of freezers and refrigerators regularly and recorded readings on log sheets.
Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
Helped train and develop new talent.
Utilized excellent knife skills to chop and slice vegetables and carve and grind meats and cheeses.
Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.