Keven Blanco
Eagan,MN
Summary
At 19 years old, I bring nearly 5 years of hands-on experience in the restaurant industry, with a strong foundation in both back-of-house and front-of-house operations. I’m known for my solid work ethic, reliability, and accountability. Comfortable in fast-paced environments, I’ve developed a well-rounded skill set that includes kitchen prep, line cooking, customer service, and team collaboration.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Bon Appetit @ Target HQ
Minneapolis, MN
08.2025 - Current
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes and quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Executed daily prep tasks efficiently, contributing to timely service during peak hours.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Participated in catering events showcasing culinary skills while providing exceptional service.
Wait Assistant
Lake & Irving
Minneapolis, Minnesota
05.2025 - Current
- Provided exceptional service to guests in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Assisted servers with food and beverage delivery during peak hours.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining area and organized tables for efficient service.
- Supported team with setup and breakdown of events and private parties.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff to ensure timely order fulfillment.
- Handled guest inquiries and resolved issues to enhance dining experience.
- Maintained a friendly attitude towards customers at all times.
- Delivered food orders to tables in a timely manner.
Line Cook
Pau Hana
Savage, Minnesota
02.2024 - Current
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Cooked and plated dishes according to recipe specifications and presentation standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the kitchen workspace throughout shifts.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, including grills, fryers, and ovens, with care.
- Supported head chef in menu preparation and special event catering tasks.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
Shift Lead
Crisp & Green
Minneapolis, Minnesota
07.2023 - 02.2024
- Trained new employees on company policies and best practices.
- Communicated with management to address staffing and operational issues.
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance the guest experience.
- Performed opening and closing procedures such as setting alarm systems, counting money.
- Resolved customer complaints and reported issues to senior management.
Wait Assistant
Pinstripes
Edina, Minnesota
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Provided exceptional service to guests in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Assisted servers with food and beverage delivery during peak hours.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining area and organized tables for efficient service.
Line Cook
Mason Jar Kitchen
Eagan, Minnesota
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Cooked and plated dishes according to recipe specifications and presentation standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the kitchen workspace throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours.
Education
High School Diploma -
Prior Lake High School
Prior Lake, MNSkills
- Food safety
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Event setup
- Order accuracy
- Table service
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Attention to detail
- Point-of-sale system
- Food preparation knowledge
- High volume dining
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Professional attitude
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Food preparation
- Knife skills
- Kitchen station setup
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Personal Information
Timeline
Line Cook
Bon Appetit @ Target HQ
08.2025 - Current
Wait Assistant
Lake & Irving
05.2025 - Current
Line Cook
Pau Hana
02.2024 - Current
Shift Lead
Crisp & Green
07.2023 - 02.2024
Wait Assistant
Pinstripes
06.2022 - 09.2022
Line Cook
Mason Jar Kitchen
02.2021 - 02.2022
High School Diploma -
Prior Lake High School