Manuel Guedez
Orlando
Summary
Detail-oriented line cook experienced in food preparation and multitasking under pressure. Proven ability to maintain a hygienic kitchen while executing cooking techniques and coordinating meal preparation effectively. Skilled line cook known for strong cooking techniques and effective communication with kitchen staff. Expertise in food safety compliance and kitchen maintenance ensures a streamlined operation and high-quality service.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
PANNA Cafe Express
Orlando
01.2022 - Current
- Prepped ingredients for daily menu items in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Assisted chefs with cooking and plating dishes during busy service hours.
- Maintained cleanliness of cooking stations and kitchen equipment throughout shifts.
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure safe handling and storage of food items.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff to coordinate meal preparation tasks efficiently.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
- Portioned food onto plates, added garnishes and sauces and handed off to wait staff for serving.
Education
High School Diploma -
Freedom Highschool
Orlando, FL05-2023
Skills
- Food preparation
- Kitchen maintenance
- Food safety compliance
- Cooking techniques
- Order management
- Menu development
- Problem solving
- Customer service
- Knife skills
- coffee preparation
- espresso techniques
- multitasking under pressure
- Espresso machine operations
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
employee of the month for multiple months
Timeline
Line Cook
PANNA Cafe Express
01.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
Freedom Highschool