Manuel Toledo
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Boat yards
Cornelius
04.2021 - 11.2023
- Identified opportunities to increase revenue, decrease kitchen expenses and maximize departmental productivity without compromising guest satisfaction.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Lead Line Cook
Galway’s hooker
Cornelius, North Carolina
04.2020 - 05.2022
- Cleaned cooking and refrigeration equipment to sanitize and prevent food-borne illness.
- Supervised the inventory of food items to ensure adequate supplies for daily operations.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
Education
High School Diploma -
Universidad Central De Venezuela
Caracas08-2013
Skills
Food Preparation: Expert in knife handling, portion control, and ingredient preparation
Cooking Techniques: Proficient in grilling, baking, sautéing, frying, steaming, and sous-vide cooking
Plating and Presentation: Experienced in delivering visually appealing and high-quality dishes
Recipe Creation: Ability to develop and test new recipes
Food Safety and Sanitation: Knowledge of HACCP standards and maintaining a clean kitchen environment
Time Management: Efficient in managing multiple tasks under pressure
Teamwork: Collaborative with kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations
Leadership: Experienced in supervising and training kitchen personnel
Attention to Detail: Focused on quality control and maintaining consistency in dishes
Adaptability: Quick to adapt to new cooking styles and kitchen environments
Problem Solving: Skilled at troubleshooting kitchen challenges
Inventory Management: Keeping track of stock and minimizing waste
Cost Control: Ensuring profitability through efficient resource management
Bilingual Communication: Fluent in English and Spanish aiding team and customer interactions
Special Dietary Needs: Expertise in preparing vegan, gluten-free, or allergen-friendly dishes
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Elementary
Timeline
Line Cook
Boat yards
04.2021 - 11.2023
Lead Line Cook
Galway’s hooker
04.2020 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
Universidad Central De Venezuela