Kevin Sontay
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dynamic line cook with a proven track record at Bestia and Mother Wolf, excelling in food preparation and kitchen organization. Recognized for attention to detail and maintaining high cleanliness standards, I consistently delivered quality dishes while enhancing kitchen efficiency. Highly motivated and reliable, I thrive in fast-paced environments, ensuring customer satisfaction through exceptional service.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Mother Wolf
1545 Wilcox Ave, Los Angeles, CA
08.2022 - 07.2025
- Assisted in food preparation, ensuring ingredients met quality standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently to support cooking tasks.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to promote safety.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline meal service during busy shifts.
- Followed recipes accurately to deliver consistent dish quality and presentation.
- Learned proper food handling techniques to comply with health regulations.
- Adapted quickly to changing menus and special requests from customers.
- Supported inventory management by tracking supplies and reporting shortages.
- 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.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
Line Cook
Bestia
2121 E 7th Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90021
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Harris Newmark High School
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Professional attitude
- Customer service
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Food preparation
- Problem-solving
- Team coordination
- Food safety
- Cleanliness standards
- Knife skills
- Kitchen sanitization
- Kitchen station setup
- Following cooking methods
- Kitchen organization
- Quality control
- Food plating
Languages
Español
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Line Cook
Mother Wolf
08.2022 - 07.2025
Line Cook
Bestia
01.2021 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
Harris Newmark High School