Justin Ortiz
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Line cook with 5 years experience in multiple high volume restaurants.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Line cook
Craft by smoke and fire
Pasadena, CA
02.2024 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Uphold strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Restaurant host
Craft by smoke and fire
Pasadena, CA
02.2024 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly greeting and seating guests upon arrival.
- Managed the flow of restaurant traffic, strategically assigning tables based on server availability and guest preferences for optimal efficiency.
- Communicated effectively with servers and kitchen staff to ensure seamless dining experiences for guests.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
Line cook lead
Sofi stadium
Inglewood, CA
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Managed ordering processes, maintaining appropriate stock levels while minimizing spoilage risks.
- Streamlined kitchen communication by implementing effective ticketing systems and prioritizing tasks.
- Improved overall kitchen safety through regular equipment maintenance checks and staff training sessions.
- Increased customer satisfaction by consistently producing high-quality dishes with prompt service.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
Line cook lead
Dodger stadium
Los Angeles, CA
04.2021 - 07.2022
- Managed ordering processes, maintaining appropriate stock levels while minimizing spoilage risks.
- Streamlined kitchen communication by implementing effective ticketing systems and prioritizing tasks.
- Improved overall kitchen safety through regular equipment maintenance checks and staff training sessions.
- Increased customer satisfaction by consistently producing high-quality dishes with prompt service.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
Line cook trainer
Ghengis khan
Glendale
01.2020 - 02.2021
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work and ingredient organization.
- Implemented time-saving measures during food preparation, enabling swift adaptation to sudden increases in order volume or special requests from customers.
- Facilitated cross-training among employees to increase versatility in handling various stations within the kitchen.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Los Angeles, CA06-2024
Associate of Arts - Professional Baking
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Los Angeles, CA06-2026
Skills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
Timeline
Line cook
Craft by smoke and fire
02.2024 - Current
Restaurant host
Craft by smoke and fire
02.2024 - Current
Line cook lead
Sofi stadium
01.2023 - 01.2024
Line cook lead
Dodger stadium
04.2021 - 07.2022
Line cook trainer
Ghengis khan
01.2020 - 02.2021
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Associate of Arts - Professional Baking
Los Angeles Trade Technical College