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Overview
Work History
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Skills
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Luis Esparza

Salem,OR

Summary

Organized individual possessing excellent memorization and communication skills. Proficient in preparing raw food and ingredients. Detail-oriented professional with superior knife skills and strong sense of taste and smell. Handles criticism well and quickly learns from challenges. Flexible Cook willing to work weekends, holidays and evenings. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments in team setting. Background in maintaining kitchen sanitation, preparing basic components of dishes and working within team of cooks. Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Line Cook

Ritter's House Made Foods
05.2022 - Current
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning, and sanitation protocols.

Line Cook

Denny's
02.2016 - 08.2021
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.

Education

High school diploma -

West Salem High School
Salem, OR
05.2015

Skills

  • Kitchen Experience
  • Cooking
  • Food Preparation
  • Culinary Experience
  • Food Safety
  • Restaurant Experience
  • Busser
  • Meal Preparation
  • Banquet Experience
  • Kitchen Management Experience
  • Food Service
  • Kitchen organization

Certification

Food Handler Certification

Assessments

Work motivation, Proficient, 07/01/21, Level of motivation and discipline applied toward work

Timeline

Lead Line Cook

Ritter's House Made Foods
05.2022 - Current

Line Cook

Denny's
02.2016 - 08.2021

High school diploma -

West Salem High School
Luis Esparza