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Luis Alvarez

Tucson,AZ

Summary

Dynamic and highly motivated culinary professional with extensive experience at Chili's Restaurant. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through meticulous food preparation and adherence to safety standards. Skilled in multitasking and team coordination, ensuring a clean and organized kitchen environment while consistently delivering high-quality meals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Line Cook

Chili's Restaurant
04.2023 - 09.2024
  • Prepared ingredients according to recipes, ensuring quality and consistency.
  • Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace.
  • Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure cooking environment.
  • Supported team members during peak service hours to enhance efficiency.
  • Learned proper usage of kitchen tools and equipment for food preparation.
  • Adapted quickly to changing menu items and special requests from customers.
  • 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 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.

Cook's Assistant

Sanctuary Recovery Centers
02.2022 - 01.2023
  • Assisted in meal preparation and cooking processes, ensuring adherence to safety and hygiene standards.
  • Supported head cook in inventory management, tracking supplies, and minimizing waste.
  • Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, maintaining cleanliness and functionality of tools.
  • Collaborated with team members to prepare daily specials, enhancing menu offerings.

Prep Cook

Casino Del Sol
01.2020 - 09.2021
  • Prepared ingredients for daily menu items, ensuring freshness and quality.
  • Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, adhering to safety and sanitation standards.
  • Collaborated with chefs to execute meal preparation according to recipes and specifications.
  • Maintained cleanliness of workstations, promoting a safe and organized kitchen environment.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
  • Contributed to a positive work atmosphere through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
  • Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
  • Maintained optimal food quality by adhering to strict guidelines for food safety and sanitation.

Cook

Lucky Wishbone
03.2016 - 05.2019
  • Prepared diverse menu items following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and organization to comply with health and safety regulations.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes, enhancing efficiency.
  • Trained new staff on proper cooking techniques and kitchen equipment usage.
  • Monitored inventory levels, assisting in ordering supplies to minimize waste and ensure availability.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.

Education

GED -

Pascua Yaqui Adult Education
Tucson, AZ
09-2024

Skills

  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Highly motivated
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Professional attitude
  • Customer service
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Active listener
  • Food preparation
  • Problem-solving
  • Food safety knowledge
  • Team coordination
  • Food safety
  • Cleanliness standards
  • Kitchen sanitization
  • Knife skills
  • Kitchen station setup
  • Kitchen sanitation
  • Deep fryer operation
  • Following cooking methods
  • Grilling techniques
  • Frying techniques

Certification

  • ServSafe

Languages

Spanish

Timeline

Line Cook

Chili's Restaurant
04.2023 - 09.2024

Cook's Assistant

Sanctuary Recovery Centers
02.2022 - 01.2023

Prep Cook

Casino Del Sol
01.2020 - 09.2021

Cook

Lucky Wishbone
03.2016 - 05.2019

GED -

Pascua Yaqui Adult Education

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