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Joseph Gonzales

Cook/Prep
Amarillo,TX

Summary

Experienced with food preparation, knife handling, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Utilizes efficient organizational skills to streamline kitchen processes and support chefs. Knowledge of food safety protocols and effective teamwork.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level restaurant position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Work History

Food Prep Cook

Red Lobster
07.2025 - Current
  • Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
  • Collaborated with other cooks for seamless teamwork, ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.
  • Assembled, stored and disposed of food using proper food handling, labeling and safety techniques.
  • Excelled under pressure during peak service hours, maintaining accuracy and speed throughout meal rushes.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by following food safety guidelines and proper equipment usage.
  • Reduced food waste through careful inventory management, storage, and rotation practices.

Line Cook

Buffalo Wild Wings
Amarillo,TX, TX
10.2024 - 02.2025
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.

Line Cook

Dennys Restaurant
Amarillo,TX, TX
03.2017 - 03.2022
  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Managed kitchen equipment maintenance, preventing unexpected downtime and preserving workflow.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workstation.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.

Education

High School Diploma -

Palo Duro High School
1400 N Grant St, Amarillo, TX 79107
08.2015 - 06.2019

Skills

Food safety

Timeline

Food Prep Cook

Red Lobster
07.2025 - Current

Line Cook

Buffalo Wild Wings
10.2024 - 02.2025

Line Cook

Dennys Restaurant
03.2017 - 03.2022

High School Diploma -

Palo Duro High School
08.2015 - 06.2019

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