Karina Rodriguez
Gaithersburg,MD
Summary
Punctual professional experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare quality food. Polished in setting up and cleaning equipment for daily food preparation and helping manage supplies. Excellent multitasker recognized for supporting successful kitchen operations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Corner Bakery Cafe
Gaithersburg, MD
06.2019 - Current
- Managed inventory levels of ingredients and supplies necessary for daily operations.
- Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
Education
El Tabernaculo Biblico
Usulutan, El Salvador11-2009
Skills
- Supply Restocking
- Recipe-based cooking
- Food presentation
- Food handling
- Grilling
- Surface cleaning
- Frying
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Cooking techniques
- Order Verification
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Limited
Accomplishments
- Promoted to a managerial position
- Over 5 years of experience
Timeline
Cook
Corner Bakery Cafe
06.2019 - Current
El Tabernaculo Biblico
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