Kevin Quevedo
Savannah,GA
Summary
Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Focused professional with expertise preparing meals for customers in busy establishments. Versatile professional with experience in food safety, supply management and plating. Courteous and bilingual with excellent multitasking and presentation skills.
Skilled cook with diverse experience in various culinary settings, including high-volume restaurants and boutique catering services. Possess strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, menu development, and kitchen safety protocols. Team-oriented professional with ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining creativity and quality standards. Contributed to significant improvements in kitchen operations and customer satisfaction ratings through innovative recipe development and effective inventory management.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Cook
Hotrec
Savannah, GA
02.2024 - Current
- Prepared diverse menu items following established recipes and culinary techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring stock levels met the kitchen's needs.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations during peak hours.
- Adhered to food safety regulations while handling and storing ingredients properly.
- Operated cooking equipment such as grills, ovens, and fryers with precision.
- Adapted quickly to changing menus and special dietary requests from customers.
- Supported training of new kitchen staff by demonstrating proper cooking methods.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
- Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
Education
Master of Science - Education Research
Universidad Andina Simon Bolivar
Quito, EC 07.2021 - 07.2025
Skills
- Recipe adherence
- Food safety
- Kitchen organization
- Equipment operation
- Team collaboration
- Staff training
- Quality control
- Problem resolution
- Communication skills
- Stress management
- Adaptability
- Sanitation
- Culinary art
- Effective planner
- Multitasking and organization
- Grilling
- Food storage
- Plating and presentation
- Food presentation
- Food spoilage prevention
- Allergen awareness
- Food handling
- Grilling expertise
- Health code adherence
- Contamination prevention
- Cooking
- Ingredient inspection
- Frying
- Positive and professional
- Cooking techniques
- Dish preparation
- Food waste reduction
- Supply restocking
- Food plating
- Ingredient knowledge
- Sauce making
- Sauteing
- Problem-solving
- Food pairing
- Focused and disciplined
- New hire training
- Surface cleaning
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
French
Elementary
Timeline
Cook
Hotrec
02.2024 - Current
Master of Science - Education Research
Universidad Andina Simon Bolivar
07.2021 - 07.2025