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Jose Martinez

Vancouver,WA

Summary

Adept Line Cook with a proven track record, showcasing exceptional knife skills and a keen attention to detail. Thrives in high-pressure environments, ensuring food safety and quality. Demonstrates a strong ability to adapt and learn, contributing to increased customer satisfaction and repeat business. Hardworking and enthusiastic, trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Cook

Five Spiced Seafood-Wine Bar
03.2021 - Current
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during closing to maximize productivity.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.

Line Cook

Verde Cocina
03.2019 - 09.2021
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.

Line Cook

Mcormick & Schmicks
02.2004 - 11.2020
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
  • Supported head chef during high-volume periods by efficiently executing complex tasks with precision under pressure.
  • Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.

Education

High School Diploma -

Clark Collage
Vancouver, WA
03.2019

No Degree - English-as-a-Second-Language Education

Portland Community Collage
Portland, OR
01.2002

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Knife Skills
  • Highly motivated
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Food Preparation
  • Food safety knowledge

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Line Cook

Five Spiced Seafood-Wine Bar
03.2021 - Current

Line Cook

Verde Cocina
03.2019 - 09.2021

Line Cook

Mcormick & Schmicks
02.2004 - 11.2020

High School Diploma -

Clark Collage

No Degree - English-as-a-Second-Language Education

Portland Community Collage
Jose Martinez