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Ma Esthela Cervantes Martinez

Houston,TX

Summary

Talented kitchen leader offer 10 years of experience in preparing and serving diverse foods. Motivates employees to exceed customer expectations in high-volume settings while maintaining strong quality and cost controls. Service-oriented with good multitasking, safety management and decision-making skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Kitchen Manager

Volco Gas Station
05.2021 - 10.2023
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
  • Scheduled and received food, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
  • Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.

Kitchen Helper

Julias Kitchen
07.2019 - 04.2021
  • Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
  • Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by assisting with meal preparation and ensuring timely food delivery to customers.
  • Washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
  • Operated standard kitchen equipment with focus on safety and sanitation.
  • Exhibited exceptional multitasking capabilities when working in a fast-paced environment, consistently completing tasks within designated timeframes.

Kitchen Line Cook

Fuel Max Gas Station
01.2016 - 06.2019
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workstation, ensuring compliance with health department regulations.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Increased ticket turnover rate by quickly adapting to changing priorities and multitasking effectively.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Wiped windows, tables and other surface areas to eliminate dust and residue and increase aesthetic value.

Education

High School Diploma -

Preparatoria Juan Jose De La Garza
Matamoros, Tamaulipas, Mexico
05.1986

Skills

  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Customer Service
  • Food Safety
  • Inventory Management
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Kitchen Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-Solving
  • Goal Setting

Certification

  • Texas Food Handlers

Languages

Spanish
English

Timeline

Kitchen Manager

Volco Gas Station
05.2021 - 10.2023

Kitchen Helper

Julias Kitchen
07.2019 - 04.2021

Kitchen Line Cook

Fuel Max Gas Station
01.2016 - 06.2019

High School Diploma -

Preparatoria Juan Jose De La Garza

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