Lina Terrones
Grand Junction,CO
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented cook with extensive experience at Olive Garden Restaurant, excelling in food handling and kitchen organization. Proven ability to streamline meal preparation processes while maintaining high sanitation standards. Recognized for exceptional customer service and collaboration in fast-paced environments, ensuring quality and efficiency in every dish prepared.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Olive Garden Restaurant
07.2018 - Current
- Prepared and assembled ingredients for menu items following standardized recipes.
- Operated kitchen equipment, ensuring safety and proper maintenance practices.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely food preparation and service.
- Monitored food quality and freshness, adhering to health regulations.
- Implemented efficient processes to streamline meal preparation workflows.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Line Cook
Mcdonalds, PDI FOODS
04.2001 - 08.2018
- Prepared and cooked food items according to established recipes and quality standards.
- Maintained clean and organized kitchen workspace, adhering to safety and sanitation guidelines.
- Assisted in inventory management by monitoring stock levels and restocking supplies as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient service during peak hours.
- Executed cooking techniques for various menu items, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation.
- Adapted quickly to changing demands, demonstrating flexibility in a fast-paced environment.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Line Cook
Taco Bell
11.2001 - 03.2008
- Prepared food items following standardized recipes and safety guidelines.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently to ensure timely meal preparation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations in compliance with health regulations.
- Assisted team members in executing high-volume orders during peak hours.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Flores Magon
Mexico, MX05.1996
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Kitchen organization
- Cooking techniques
- Sanitation
Timeline
Cook
Olive Garden Restaurant
07.2018 - Current
Line Cook
Taco Bell
11.2001 - 03.2008
Line Cook
Mcdonalds, PDI FOODS
04.2001 - 08.2018
High School Diploma - General Studies
Flores Magon