JOSE Barrena

WEST VALLEY

Summary

Dedicated cook with expertise in food preparation and customer service. Proven ability to maintain high food quality standards while streamlining kitchen operations for efficient service delivery.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Cocinero

Las Islitas Mexican Seafood Restaurant

West Valley City, UT

08.2023 - Current

Prepared diverse Mexican seafood dishes adhering to traditional recipes and restaurant standards.
Managed food inventory, ensuring freshness and quality of ingredients utilized in meal preparation.
Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain organized workstations for efficient service delivery.
Trained new cooks on proper cooking techniques and kitchen safety protocols.
Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.

Prep Cook

Bravo Peruvian Cuisine

Oakland Park Florida

08.2022 - 07.2023

Prepared ingredients and ensured freshness for daily menu items.
Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workstations to meet health standards.
Assisted chefs in food preparation, enhancing efficiency during peak service hours.
Monitored inventory levels, restocking supplies to avoid shortages during busy periods.
Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline meal assembly processes and reduce wait times.
Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace during busy shifts.
Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
Supported the success of daily operations by assisting chefs with ingredient prep work as needed.
Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
Provided support during peak business hours, ensuring smooth service flow while maintaining high-quality output.

Limpieza Y Desinfeccion

Brevard Health Center

Fort Lauderdale, FL

09.2021 - 04.2022

Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
Resolved problems, improved operations, and provided exceptional service.

Education

High School Diploma -

Colegio "San Vicente De Paúl"

Av Lara, Barquisimeto 3001, Lara,

07-1994

Skills

Customer service
Cooking
Cleaning and organization
Food handling
Food preparation
Food plating
Grilling expertise

Food handler certification
Extensive catering background
Temperature control
Cutting and slicing techniques
Order prioritization
Teamwork and collaboration

Languages

Spanish

Native or Bilingual

English

Limited Working

Timeline