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