Leon Saavedra
Austin,TX
Summary
Skilled cook with diverse experience in various culinary settings, including high-volume restaurants. 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.
Resourceful Prep Cook known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in knife handling, food safety compliance, and kitchen equipment operation. Excel in fast-paced environments through strong time management, teamwork, and adaptability. Committed to maintaining kitchen standards and contributing positively to culinary teams.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
The Kitchen Bistro
Austin , TX
2024.10 - Current
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
Sauté Cook
True Food Kitchen
Austin , TX
2024.05 - 2024.11
- Communicated effectively with co-workers in order to maintain efficient workflow throughout the shift period.
- Sautéed proteins such as chicken, beef, pork, seafoods, and tofu with various sauces or marinades to order specifications.
- Assisted other team members when needed during busy periods or times of high volume orders from customers.
- Reviewed recipes to determine exact measurements and ingredients to create dishes.
Production Cook
Whole Foods Market Inc
Austin , TX
2005.03 - 2024.04
- Organized kitchen equipment and ingredients to ensure efficient operations.
- Ensured proper portioning of all dishes prepared and served.
- Prepared ingredients to use in cooking by chopping and peeling vegetables and cutting meat.
- Safely operated ovens, fryers and grills to prevent injuries and accidents.
- Operated industrial size mixers, ovens, and other types of equipment to prepare meals.
Skills
- Plating and presentation
- Food pairing
- Garnish preparation
- Food quality control
- Kitchen organization
- Performance improvement
- Measurements and weights
- Recipe reading
- Menu memorization
- Food safety oversight
- Following instructions
- Sauce preparation
- Proper portioning
- Food plating
Timeline
Prep Cook
The Kitchen Bistro
2024.10 - Current
Sauté Cook
True Food Kitchen
2024.05 - 2024.11
Production Cook
Whole Foods Market Inc
2005.03 - 2024.04