Experienced in hospitality with a strong foundation in culinary techniques and food preparation. Skilled at thriving in fast-paced environments while upholding exceptional standards of food quality and presentation. Demonstrated expertise in time management and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring efficient and precise execution of tasks.
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KENNETH ANDREW RIVERA
West Covina,CA
Summary
Overview
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Shogun Hibachi & Sushi
Teppan Server
08.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Providing exceptional customer service by addressing guest inquiries and allergic needs & communicating with the kitchen staff to ensure a wonderful experience.
- Supported colleagues during peak hours to ensure the food quality is up to par.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
Benihana
Teppan Chef
09.2019 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Prepared and executed diverse menu items using traditional Japanese cooking techniques.
- Responsible for engaging, interacting and providing a unique dining experience
Islands
Appetizer Cook
09.2019 - 11.2019
Job overview
- Operated oil fryer, oven and prepared quality food to live up to the Islands standards.
Toby's Latin Grill
Main Cook/Shift Lead
01.2019 - 07.2019
Job overview
- Managed and guided the kitchen staff to a brand new restaurant, handling new menu ideas with consistent care and attention to detail.
Black Angus
Grill / Salad Cook
01.2019 - 06.2019
Job overview
- Cleaned and sanitized all work surfaces between preparation of various foods, avoiding cross-contamination while maintaining food safety guidelines.
CheeseCake Factory
DT Dishroom, Food Prep, Saute Cook
08.2017 - 12.2018
Job overview
- Designated Trainer for the incoming dishwashers. Showing them how to maintain the dish-room on busy days with different cleaning methods, keeping the dish machine up to standards for the utensils, glassware, pots, etc. & occasionally by hand.
- Worked with the chefs on running day to day operations for specific produce, meats, menu items. Assisted the sauce chef with knife handling skills, storing food, keeping labels up to date.
- Learned a station to maintain diversity in the kitchen by taking on saute cook responsibilities and recipes.
Education
Pasadena City College
General Education
08-2017
University Overview
Los Altos High SchoolHacienda Heights, CA
High School Diploma
04-2016
University Overview
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish
- Leadership
- Restaurant/Kitchen Etiquette
- Crew Training
- Customer Service
- Cash Handling
INBETWEEN JOBS
INBETWEEN JOBS
- Graveyard
- Planet Fitness Jan - April 2022
- Shell/7-Eleven Nov'22 - Feb 2023
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Timeline
Teppan Server
Shogun Hibachi & Sushi
08.2023 - Current
Teppan Chef
Benihana
09.2019 - 03.2020
Appetizer Cook
Islands
09.2019 - 11.2019
Main Cook/Shift Lead
Toby's Latin Grill
01.2019 - 07.2019
Grill / Salad Cook
Black Angus
01.2019 - 06.2019
DT Dishroom, Food Prep, Saute Cook
CheeseCake Factory
08.2017 - 12.2018
Pasadena City College
General Education
Los Altos High School
High School Diploma
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