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KEVIN JAVIER CAJACURI PIZARRO

KEVIN JAVIER CAJACURI PIZARRO

Summary

DNI: 72905358


I am a creative person with strong skills in assertive and effective communication. I am interested in the various success stories of major companies in order to apply those strategies to my professional life.

Forward-thinking professional offering more than 5 years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

COQUI CASTILLO
04.2024 - 11.2025
  • Assisting my coworkers in various areas such as production and deep cleaning of the kitchen, order placing, and receiving and processing invoices, delivery notes, and training new staff.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.

Kitchen Leader

YOPO
06.2023 - 03.2024
  • Ensuring compliance with company standards, as well assembling products and proper dispatching, as well as receiving and processing invoices and delivery notes.
  • Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
  • Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
  • Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
  • Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
  • Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
  • Lifted and carried heavy materials.
  • Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.

Kitchen Leader

POPEYE'S LOUISIANA KITCHEN
05.2022 - 12.2022
  • Maintaining a professional environment, ensuring food is cooked properly, and providing excellent customer service.
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
  • Operated kitchen equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
  • Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
  • Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
  • Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
  • Unloaded food deliveries and stored items in proper locations for easy access.

Cook

SUBWAY
05.2021 - 10.2021
  • Assisting customers with order placing, reviewing and taking inventory, and training new staff members.
  • USA
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.

Housekeeper

KEY STONE RESORT
12.2018 - 03.2019
  • Maintaining a clean and professional environment for the customers and ensuring that each room is up to standards.
  • USA
  • Operated electronic backpack vacuums and floor sweepers.
  • Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
  • Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
  • Engaged with guests on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction.
  • Verified cleanliness and organization of storage areas and carts.
  • Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
  • Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.

Kitchen Staff Member

THE LODGE
12.2017 - 03.2018
  • Washing dishes and kitchen utensils and ensuring a clean and professional work environment. Ensuring that everything is in order daily and ready for the customers.
  • Kept supplies in sufficient stock by assessing inventory levels and reporting lower stock items.
  • Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables by hand and machine and assembled and mixed salad ingredients, gelatin molds and fruit crisps.
  • Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
  • Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.

Education

High School Diploma - English

IPCNA
01.2016

Secondary

Santiago Apóstol
01.2013

Primary

Santa María de Nazareth
01.2008

Skills

  • Signature dish creation
  • Purchasing
  • Menu development
  • Schedule implementation
  • Kitchen operations management
  • Resource management
  • Attention to detail
  • Workflow optimization
  • Food presentation
  • Kitchen equipment and tools
  • Company safety standards
  • Sanitation guidelines

Languages

Spanish
English

Timeline

Chef

COQUI CASTILLO
04.2024 - 11.2025

Kitchen Leader

YOPO
06.2023 - 03.2024

Kitchen Leader

POPEYE'S LOUISIANA KITCHEN
05.2022 - 12.2022

Cook

SUBWAY
05.2021 - 10.2021

Housekeeper

KEY STONE RESORT
12.2018 - 03.2019

Kitchen Staff Member

THE LODGE
12.2017 - 03.2018

Secondary

Santiago Apóstol

Primary

Santa María de Nazareth

High School Diploma - English

IPCNA
KEVIN JAVIER CAJACURI PIZARRO