Joel Rinza
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dynamic cook with extensive experience at El Bucanero, skilled in seafood preparation and sanitation protocols. Proven ability to enhance meal preparation efficiency and maintain high standards of kitchen safety. Adept at multitasking under pressure, consistently delivering quality dishes during peak hours while training new staff on best practices.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
El Bucanero
San Antonio, TX
04.2008 - Current
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes and standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace and equipment.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring adequate stock levels of ingredients.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate timely service during peak hours.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and kitchen procedures.
Cook
Cracker Barrel
San Antonio, TX
03.2025 - 01.2026
- Contributed to menu development by suggesting new dishes based on customer feedback.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency in meal preparation workflows.
- 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.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Skills
- Sanitation protocols
- Kitchen safety
- Seafood preparation
- Works under pressure
Timeline
Cook
Cracker Barrel
03.2025 - 01.2026
Cook
El Bucanero
04.2008 - Current