Liliana Hernandez
Irving
Summary
Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation, and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook/Prep
Pollo Loco
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- 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.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
- Conducted regular quality checks on ingredients, ensuring only best were used in meal preparation.
Housekeeping
Insperity Invitational
04.2022 - 04.2025
- Implemented quality control measures, resulting in consistently high housekeeping standards across all rooms.
- Performed light housekeeping duties, creating a clean and comfortable living environment for clients.
- Collaborated with housekeeping and maintenance teams for timely room turnover.
- Streamlined housekeeping processes for increased efficiency, reducing staff workload and optimizing resources.
- Streamlined housekeeping processes for increased efficiency, resulting in quicker room turnover times.
- Ensured consistent quality of service by adhering to established housekeeping procedures and checklists.
- Coordinated closely with housekeeping staff to ensure timely room preparations before guests'' arrival.
- Collaborated with housekeeping and maintenance teams to ensure timely resolution of guest issues.
Scanning Clothes
Division Laundry & Cleaners
04.2019 - 04.2022
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Cook
Ufood Grill
04.2012 - 04.2014
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Education
General Studies
Nimitz High School
Irving, TXSkills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Kitchen organization
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Frying
- Cooking techniques
- Sanitation
- Supply restocking
- Surface cleaning
- Food presentation
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Grilling
Timeline
Housekeeping
Insperity Invitational
04.2022 - 04.2025
Scanning Clothes
Division Laundry & Cleaners
04.2019 - 04.2022
Cook
Ufood Grill
04.2012 - 04.2014
Cook/Prep
Pollo Loco
General Studies
Nimitz High School
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