Jonathan Lopez Rivera
Pluckers
College Station,TX
1
Language
10
years of professional experience
Over the course of my career I’ve improved on my multitasking skills as well as my cooking skills. Priding myself on the tenacity of improving myself. Over the years I’ve gone from leading the kitchen at Murphys to opening and closing the restaurant at Panda Express. I love to learn new things and have no problem taking criticism to help not only me but also my work place. Over the years I’ve adapted to ensure my food quality and food safety is the best. I’ve been In management for a little over 11 Months, honing my skills and developing not only staff but also my fellow Kitchen Managers and Front of house Managers.
Work History
Kitchen Manager
2 Years 1 Month- Directed kitchen operations, maintaining food safety and consistent product quality.
- Managed inventory controls, ordering, and receiving to support uninterrupted service.
- Trained back-of-house staff on prep standards, line procedures, and sanitation practices.
- Coordinated schedules and station coverage to keep kitchen workflow efficient.
- Monitored ticket times and production pace to improve order accuracy and speed.
- Coached team members on performance expectations, accountability, and operational consistency.
- Resolved kitchen issues quickly, maintaining service during high-volume periods.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
- Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
Cook Shift Leader
3 Years 4 Months- Trained and mentored new cooks and front of house staff.
- Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities by overseeing multiple cooking stations simultaneously while maintaining quality control standards.
- Prepped and cooked all items on the menu board and all in house sauces.
- Oversaw all the inventory and prep for the week, while also handling deliveries and produce rotations.
- Managing on opening and closing the store when needed of me.
Car Hop
8 Months- Took orders and delivered food and beverages to customers in cars to provide quick and convenient customer service.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change was given to customers.
Head Fry Cook
1 Year 7 Months- Increased speed of service by efficiently managing multiple orders simultaneously.
- Maintained a clean and well organized work area, allowing for an easier work area for me and my fellow cooks.
- Trained new fry cooks on proper techniques and safety protocols, contributing to an overall improvement in team performance.
Dish Washer
5 Months- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Watched and trained to become a cook, allowing me to pick up new skills for the future.
- Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas, and restrooms.
Education
Associate of Arts - Construction Management
Skills
Cooking techniques
Kitchen organization
Multitasking and organization
Kitchen management
Food presentation
Staff supervision
Food preparation
Staff training and development
Problem-solving
Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Pluckers
10.2024 - CurrentRead More
Cook Shift Leader
Panda Express
10.2020 - 02.2024Read More
Car Hop
Sonic
09.2019 - 05.2020Read More
Head Fry Cook
Abuelo's Restaurant
10.2017 - 05.2019Read More
Dish Washer
Murphys Law
11.2016 - 04.2017Read More
Sam Houston State University
Associate of Arts from Construction Management
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