Kasandra Torres
Wickenburg,AZ
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Culinary Specialist
Meadows Behavioral Health
Wickenburg, AZ
08.2021 - Current
- Prepared sauces, stocks, soups, salads, desserts and other specialty items as needed.
- Monitored food production to ensure quality control standards were met.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations regarding storage, preparation, and service of food items.
- Provided feedback to management regarding menu changes or improvements.
- Conducted inventory of food items and supplies in order to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Supervised the preparation of food items according to established recipes and standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area while adhering to safety guidelines.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Performed quality control checks on all cooked foods before serving them to customers.
- Utilized a variety of herbs, spices, seasonings and other flavorings to enhance taste.
- Planned and prepared meals for large groups of people, using standardized recipes.
Restaurant Busser
Jakes spoon
Wickenburg, AZ
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Performed opening duties including setting up side stations for service staff.
- Swept floors and removed garbage from dining area.
- Assisted servers by refilling beverages, clearing dishes, carrying trays and delivering food items to the table.
- Ensured that all areas were properly sanitized at the end of each shift.
- Assisted with restocking supplies such as straws, cups, plates and utensils.
- Maintained cleanliness of work station throughout shift; wiped down counters, tables and chairs.
- Reset tables in a timely manner with clean silverware, napkins and condiments.
- Communicated with kitchen staff regarding any special orders or requests from guests.
- Greeted customers and provided menus; took beverage orders and delivered drinks.
- Cleared, cleaned and sanitized booth and chair cushions and tables.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wickenburg High School
Wickenburg, AZ05-2021
Skills
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Food Service
- Food and Beverage Operations
- Kitchen Organization
- Culinary techniques
- Guest Interaction
- Workstation Maintenance
- Working in a professional setting with patients
- Meal prepping with patients
- Patient interaction
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
Certification
Cpr/first aid
Food handlers card
Fingerprint card
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Culinary Specialist
Meadows Behavioral Health
08.2021 - Current
Restaurant Busser
Jakes spoon
05.2021 - 07.2021
High School Diploma -
Wickenburg High School
Cpr/first aid
Food handlers card
Fingerprint card
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