Juan Herrera
Pahrump,NV
Summary
Motivated Master Cook with several years of experience in the culinary field. Preparing exquisite meals for customers. Polished in following proper food handling methods and maintaining correct temperature of food products. Creative and artistic professional committed to strengthening kitchen team with better collaboration, recipes and cooking techniques. Always open and committed to learning new Skills to deliver the best experience.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook / Master Cook
Margaritaville
Las Vegas, NV
05.2006 - 05.2024
- Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Tracked inventory levels of all products used in the kitchen on a daily basis.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Responded quickly to any customer complaints or concerns about their dining experience.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
Skills
- Ingredient substitution
- Sauce making
- Stock making
- Sautéing Techniques
- Allergen awareness
- Roasting Techniques
- Plating techniques
- Food presentation
- Recipe preparation
- Kitchen Operations
- Portion Control
- Kitchen Sanitization
- Knife Skills
- Team Coordination
- Menu Item Memorization
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Quality Control
- Foodservice sanitation
- Problem-Solving
- Active listener
- Stock Rotation
- Collaboration and Teamwork
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Line Cook / Master Cook
Margaritaville
05.2006 - 05.2024