Joseph Salazar
Summary
Accomplished Line Cook with a proven track record at The Historic Taos Inn, adept in time management and food safety standards. Excelled in maximizing customer satisfaction through high-quality, consistent dishes, and innovative recipe development. Demonstrated versatility and a highly motivated attitude, contributing to significant kitchen efficiency and productivity improvements. Flexible Cook willing to work weekends, holidays and evenings. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments in team setting. Background in maintaining kitchen sanitation, preparing basic components of dishes and working within team of cooks.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
The Historic Taos Inn
04.2024 - 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 opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Supported head chef during high-volume periods by efficiently executing complex tasks with precision under pressure.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Managed inventory and ordered food and supplies to maintain adequate stock.
Line Cook
Sabrosos
06.2018 - 04.2024
- 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 opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality dishes in a timely manner.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Developed innovative, creative menu items and recipes.
- Assisted in developing new menu items to reflect restaurant's style and standards.
- Developed strategies to enhance catering and retail food service revenue and productivity goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Taos High School
Taos, NM05.2009
Skills
Time Management
Attention to Detail
Highly motivated
Cleaning and organization
Food Preparation
Food safety knowledge
Food Safety
Cleanliness standards
Knife Skills
Kitchen Station Setup
Kitchen Sanitation
Deep Fryer Operation
Grilling Techniques
Food Safety Standards
Meat Cutting
Food presentation
Food Storage
Recipe Adaptation
Sauce making
Food Preparing, Plating, and Presentation
Timeline
Line Cook
The Historic Taos Inn
04.2024 - Current
Line Cook
Sabrosos
06.2018 - 04.2024
High School Diploma -
Taos High School
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