Julio Cesar Rodriguez Paladios
Kankakee,IL
Summary
Dedicated dishwasher with a strong work ethic at Texas Roadhouse Restaurant, excelling in cleaning and sanitizing while ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. Demonstrated exceptional time management and problem-solving skills, enhancing kitchen efficiency and supporting team success during peak service periods. Committed to maintaining a spotless environment and optimizing equipment performance.
Overview
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Language
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2
years of professional experience
Work History
Dishwasher
Texas Roadhouse Restaurant
Bradley, IL
11.2024 - Current
- Washed dishes, glassware, and kitchen equipment using commercial dishwashing systems.
- Sanitized surfaces, utensils, and prep areas to support food safety standards.
- Sorted and organized clean items for efficient kitchen and service access.
- Removed trash, recyclables, and waste to maintain orderly dish area.
- Restocked plates, bowls, and cookware during high-volume service periods.
- Assisted kitchen team with basic cleaning tasks and closing procedures.
- Monitored cleaning supplies and notified team when replenishment was needed.
- Followed restaurant sanitation procedures to support consistent kitchen operations.
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
- Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas, and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
- Completed additional cleaning tasks within the kitchen area, contributing to an overall sanitary work environment.
- Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
- Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators, and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace for fellow staff members.
- Supported overall restaurant operations by promptly restocking clean dishes and utensils in designated areas.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with kitchen staff members.
- Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents, and sanitizers to protect customer health.
- Increased performance reliability under pressure by consistently meeting fast-paced dishwashing demands, even during the busiest service periods.
- Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
- Assisted with basic food preparation tasks as needed, helping expedite meal service for guests.
- Utilized effective time management skills to balance dishwashing duties with any additional cleaning or food preparation tasks assigned.
- Ensured consistent cleanliness by adhering to strict sanitation procedures for all dishes, utensils, and equipment.
- Streamlined dishwashing processes by prioritizing incoming dirty dishes based on usage needs of the kitchen staff.
- Adjusted water to correct temperature for optimum cleaning, rinsing and sanitizing.
- Collaborated effectively with servers and bussers to ensure timely clearing of tables, enhancing guest experience throughout their visit.
- Minimized cross-contamination risks by following proper procedures for washing cutting boards, knives, and other essential tools.
- Inspected dishwashing equipment and reported issues to supervisor.
- Improved workflow efficiency in tight spaces while maneuvering heavy trays of dirty dishes from the dining room to the dishwashing station without incident.
- Efficiently loaded and unloaded dishwashers, cleaning by hand large pots or Type items used often by kitchen staff.
- Maximized dishwasher efficiency by regularly inspecting and performing minor maintenance on the machine when necessary.
- Enhanced dining experience for customers by ensuring clean, spot-free dishes and utensils.
- Supported culture of hygiene and cleanliness, participating in regular kitchen cleaning and sanitation drives.
- Minimized water usage and environmental impact with effective washing techniques, aligning with sustainability goals.
- Improved safety in kitchen by properly handling and storing cleaning chemicals and supplies.
- Reduced risk of cross-contamination, meticulously organizing dishware and kitchen tools after thorough washing and sanitization.
- Reinforced health codes compliance, regularly cleaning and sanitizing dishwasher area and sinks.
- Contributed to team effort, assisting with food prep tasks during off-peak hours to support kitchen staff.
- Supported kitchen staff by preparing work areas before rush hours, streamlining cooking and serving process.
- Stored dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment in proper locations.
- Washed dishes and assisted in bussing tables.
- Sorted and rinsed dirty dishes, glasses and utensils prior to washing.
- Delivered washed dishes to various stations throughout restaurant to help team stay productive and focused on customer needs.
- Disinfected counters and wiped down food prep surfaces to prevent illness and cross-contamination from raw meats.
- Boosted team efficiency by keeping kitchen areas organized, clean, and properly sanitized.
- Monitored dishwashing machines for proper functioning.
- Increased machine efficiency by scraping and pre-washing dishes.
- Gently moved glassware, crystal, and other delicate items to prevent breakage.
- Maintained proper temperatures, behaviors, and controls to meet or exceed health department standards.
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions and completed minor repairs to keep equipment functioning.
Education
High School Diploma -
Camilo Ponce Enrrique
Ecuador Skills
Strong work ethic
Cleaning and sanitizing
Attention to detail
Time management
Problem-solving
Efficient cleaning
Stress tolerance
Cleaning procedures
Customer service excellence
Kitchen equipment use
Chemical handling
Efficient nature
Fast-paced environment
Food safety regulations
Kitchen station support
Sanitizing protocols
Food packaging and preparation
Kitchen equipment maintenance
Task prioritization
Organizational skills
Teamwork
Problem-solving abilities
Kitchen safety
Floor cleaning
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Dishwasher
Texas Roadhouse Restaurant
11.2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
Camilo Ponce Enrrique