Gabriel Garcia
East Northport,NY
Summary
Motivated professional with several years of experience preparing delicious meals for customers. Polished in following proper food handling methods and maintaining correct temperature of food products. Creative and artistic professional committed to strengthening kitchen team with better collaboration, recipes and cooking techniques.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook/Baker
Hometown Bake Shop
Centerport, New York
05.2023 - Current
- Prepared a variety of baked goods following established recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the kitchen workspace.
- Operated baking equipment safely and efficiently during production.
- Assisted with inventory management of ingredients and supplies.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely product delivery.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures and safety protocols.
- Monitored food safety standards during food preparation and storage.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- 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.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
- Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
Bakery Manager
Emilia's bakehouse
East northport , NY
09.2021 - 04.2023
- Managed daily operations of bakery, ensuring product quality and consistency.
- Trained staff in food safety and hygiene practices to maintain cleanliness.
- Collaborated with team to create new recipes and improve existing products.
- Decorated cakes and pastries, baked breads, tarts, and pies, and created specialty desserts.
- Ordered necessary ingredients for daily operations, ensuring availability of items needed for recipes.
- Checked freshness of bakery goods and food in bakery, removing and disposing of stale or outdated items.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking supplies and ingredients effectively.
- Organized workstations for efficient production flow and ease of access.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations during food preparation and storage.
- Trained, supervised and evaluated bakery staff on proper baking techniques and safety procedures.
- Minimized cross-contamination and infection risks by consistently following safe food handling procedures.
- Displayed freshly baked items, cupcakes, cookies and cinnamon rolls on counters and tables to entice passersby to visit and make purchases at bakery.
- Collaborated with other managers and team leaders to align bakery operations with overall business objectives.
- Ensured adherence to health and safety regulations, maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
- Identified appropriate solutions to minimize issues and quickly solve problems.
Skills
- Recipe preparation
- Food safety compliance
- Baking techniques
- Inventory management
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Customer relationship management
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Work organization
- Effective communication
- Cleanliness maintenance
- Team collaboration
- Quality control
- Knife skills
- Stock management
- Food handling
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Limited
Timeline
Cook/Baker
Hometown Bake Shop
05.2023 - Current
Bakery Manager
Emilia's bakehouse
09.2021 - 04.2023
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