Jose Garcia
Brownsville,TX
Summary
Bringing positive attitude and strong teamwork skills to kitchen environment. Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices combined with ability to follow recipes and prepare ingredients. Dedicated to creating delicious meals and contributing to high-quality dining experience. Offering collaborative spirit and quick learner eager to thrive in culinary setting. Contributes foundational understanding of culinary techniques and ability to follow detailed instructions and recipes. Ready to use and develop skills in food preparation and cooking in the Cook Position role.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Crew Member
Lazo Construction LLC
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Followed routine maintenance checklist.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
Equipment Operator
SA Recycling LLC
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Communicated effectively with team members and supervisors to ensure seamless coordination during projects.
- Followed established procedures for safe loading and unloading of machinery from trailers at job sites.
- Completed daily inspections of light equipment, identifying potential hazards or mechanical issues before they escalated.
- Transported construction materials to designated locations using appropriate machinery, expediting project progress.
- Operated light equipment such as skid steer loaders, mini excavators, and compactors for successful project completion.
- Supported team members, ensuring timely completion of projects while maintaining high-quality work standards.
Crane Rigger
5j Oilfield Services
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Ensured precise load placement by accurately calculating load weights and determining proper rigging configurations.
- Performed pre-lift meetings with all involved parties to promote clear communication and understanding of roles and responsibilities throughout lift process.
- Increased efficiency in crane operations by effectively communicating with crane operators and ground personnel.
- Enhanced job site safety by conducting regular inspections and maintenance on rigging equipment.
Laborer Helper
Steel Coast
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Enhanced project efficiency by assisting skilled laborers in various construction tasks.
- Operated hand tools and power equipment safely, reducing risk of injury or damage to property during construction projects.
- Collaborated with fellow laborers to complete projects within specified timeframes while adhering to quality standards.
- Improved overall site organization by maintaining clean and hazard-free workspaces for entire team.
Cook
Khan's Mongolian Barbeque
12.2013 - 04.2014
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained 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.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
Education
Lopez High School
Brownsville, TXSkills
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Food preparation
- Ingredient preparation
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Food handling guidelines
- Recipe adherence
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Maintenance Crew Member
Lazo Construction LLC
08.2024 - 10.2024
Equipment Operator
SA Recycling LLC
08.2023 - 08.2024
Crane Rigger
5j Oilfield Services
05.2023 - 06.2023
Laborer Helper
Steel Coast
01.2022 - 04.2023
Cook
Khan's Mongolian Barbeque
12.2013 - 04.2014
Lopez High School
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