Manuel Xon Tol
Woodside,NY
Summary
Skilled restaurant cook with experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new recipes and techniques while maintaining high standards of food quality and hygiene. Strong team player, adept at working efficiently under pressure to ensure timely order delivery. Contributed to menu development and kitchen workflow optimization, enhancing overall dining experience for customers.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
CURLEY'S BAGEL
Woodside, New York
07.2024 - 04.2025
- Operated kitchen equipment, including ovens, mixers, and fryers safely and effectively.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations throughout shifts.
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure proper handling and storage of food items.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes during busy hours.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
Line Cook
Ellen's Stardust Diner
Manhattan, New York
06.2021 - 08.2023
- Prepared high-quality meals following established recipes and presentation standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, maintaining cleanliness and functionality.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure timely meal service.
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures to maintain food safety standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to promote efficient kitchen operations.
- Cook burgers, sandwiches, appetizers, pasta, and salads.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
Grill Cook
Mars Deli
Woodside, New York
01.2017 - 10.2020
- Prepared various grilled foods following established recipes and safety standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of grill area adhering to health regulations.
- Ensured proper storage of cooked items to maintain freshness and quality.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Monitored grill temperature to ensure proper cooking times.
- Prepared a variety of foods including salads, sandwiches and entrees using established recipes.
- Grilled meats and vegetables to ensure quality and flavor consistency.
- Cleaned work areas and equipment following established sanitation procedures.
- Prepared grilled foods such as burgers, steaks, vegetables, and other items according to customer orders.
- Participated in weekly inventory counts of supplies and ingredients.
- Monitored grill temperatures to ensure proper cooking of food items.
- Stocked refrigerators with fresh ingredients and supplies daily.
- Checked temperature of freezers and refrigerators to maintain proper storage of cold items.
Skills
- Knife skills
- Food safety
- Communication skills
- Food safety standards
- Following cooking methods
- Cleanliness standards
- Salad preparation
- Grill operation
- Appetizer preparation
- Grilling techniques
- Punctual and honest
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Line Cook
CURLEY'S BAGEL
07.2024 - 04.2025
Line Cook
Ellen's Stardust Diner
06.2021 - 08.2023
Grill Cook
Mars Deli
01.2017 - 10.2020
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