Johnny Sanchez
Cranston,RI
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Prep Cook
Sodexo USA
Providence, RI
08.2000 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized work area by sweeping, mopping, and wiping down surfaces.
- Ensured quality of food products by tasting them prior to serving.
- Adhered to all safety standards while operating kitchen equipment such as ovens and fryers.
- Read and interpret work orders to determine job specifications such as type of material, size, quantity, and shape of the finished product.
- Set up slicer machine by adjusting blades and rollers according to job specifications.
- Train new employees on proper use of slicer equipment and safety protocols.
- Assisted in developing and implementing new training programs for cooks.
- Provided feedback on performance of cooks during their shifts.
- Created lesson plans that cover all aspects of cooking including recipes and technique demonstrations.
- Ensured that all health regulations were adhered to in accordance with local laws and ordinances.
- Explained the importance of following established recipes accurately.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members in a timely manner.
- Encouraged team building activities among cooks to promote better communication within the kitchen.
- Monitored food preparation to ensure quality standards were met.
- Trained new cooks on proper food handling techniques.
- Enforced sanitation policies and procedures throughout the kitchen area.
- Developed strategies to reduce waste and increase efficiency within the kitchen.
- Served as lead cook, guiding and assisting training of less experienced cooks.
- Kept kitchen, cooking utensils and storeroom clean and neat.
- Labeled containers with date and time before storing leftovers in refrigerators or freezers.
- Weighed ingredients to ensure proper proportions in recipes.
- Followed health codes when handling food products by wearing protective clothing including hats, gloves and aprons.
- Carried out basic food preparation tasks such as washing produce or cutting meats.
- Kept up-to-date on new recipes or techniques used in preparing foods.
- Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
Shift Supervisor
UPS
Warwick, RI
09.1998 - 05.2015
- Provided on-the-job training to new staff members.
- Ensured all safety and sanitation regulations were met throughout the shift.
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of goods.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from delivery trucks with manual pallet jacks or powered lift equipment.
- Stacked empty pallets in designated areas according to safety regulations.
- Identified damaged or defective items and reported them to supervisor immediately.
- Ensured that all safety policies were followed while operating material handling equipment such as forklifts, ladders, in order to avoid accidents or injuries on the job site.
- Cleaned work area after each shift in order to maintain a safe working environment.
- Collaborated with supervisors and managers regarding daily tasks that need attention.
- Assisted co-workers with lifting heavy objects when needed.
- Participated in physical inventories when necessary.
- Organized warehouse design to maximize space for stock while allowing for high volume traffic zones.
- Conducted assessments of employee performance to identify areas needing improvement.
- Developed individualized learning plans based on each employee's needs.
- Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
- Conducted individual coaching sessions to help employees identify goals and develop action plans for success.
Skills
- Batch Cooking
- Food presentation
- Cooking techniques
- Food Processing
- Menu Memorization
- Inventory Stocking
- Kitchen Organization
- Vegetable washing
- Foodservice sanitation
- Attention to Detail
- Meat Cutting
- Food allergy awareness
- Following Instructions
- Measurements and Weights
- Grilling Techniques
- Recipe reading
- Interpersonal Communication
- Highly motivated
- Performance Improvement
- Safe Food Handling
- Operations Support
- Active listener
- Team Collaboration
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Dependable and reliable
- Workplace Safety
- Training and mentoring
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Safety awareness
- Strategic Planning
Certification
ALLERTRAIN-Managing Food Allergens & Gluten in Cafeteria Settings (3 CEH from ACF)
Timeline
Lead Prep Cook
Sodexo USA
08.2000 - Current
Shift Supervisor
UPS
09.1998 - 05.2015
ALLERTRAIN-Managing Food Allergens & Gluten in Cafeteria Settings (3 CEH from ACF)