Developed strong organizational and multitasking skills in high-volume kitchen environment, ensuring efficient food preparation and adherence to safety standards. Demonstrated ability to collaborate seamlessly with team members and maintain composure under pressure. Seeking to transition these skills into new field to contribute effectively and grow professionally.
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MARCELA CARRANZA
Summary
Overview
18
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
CULINAIRE
Prep Cook
02.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Friendly customer service
- Clean/santized work station
- Runner(check cleanliness of food area and put new food for customers)
- Slicer at meat station
- Follow instructions for concessions items
- Use exact ingredients and measurements for recipes
CULINAIRE
Prep Cook
09.2019 - 12.2019
Job overview
- Setup & Maintain clean workstation
- Dishwasher when needed
- Follow exact ingredients & recipes
- Runner (checking on the cleanliness of the food area and remove and put new food for customers)
- Stand at the meat station and slice meat for customers
- Offer friendly customer service
- Pick up and put up food not used before the shift is over
Aimbridge Hospitality (The Marriott Hotel)
Prep Cook/ Line Cook
07.2016 - 10.2016
Job overview
- Label and store all food properly
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines
- Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards
- Regularly interact with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels
- Cooked and served food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portions, temperature control
Aramark
Cold Food Prep
01.2015 - 01.2016
Job overview
- Maintained a count on cold food prep like sandwiches, jello, pudding salads etc
- Trained new employees if needed
- Check labels and food being stored
- At times assume the role of line cook
- Wash and sanitize dishes and work area
FaceLift Rec.
Music Producer
04.2012 - 04.2014
Job overview
- Produced music for a variety of artist
TETCO Chevron
Cashier/Customer Service
05.2010 - 03.2011
Job overview
- Kept the store and work area organized and clean including restrooms and grill area
- Grill items must remain fresh and clean other machines knife skills -
- The pumps and outside of the store had to be frequently cleaned knowledge of the kitchen
Fiesta Mart
Cashier/Customer Service
02.2007 - 02.2008
Job overview
- Insure customers have everything they need with their purchase
- Give great customer service
- Have a friendly energetic attitude and keep my work station
Education
El Centro Community College
Associates from Science
01.2016
University Overview
W.H Adamson High School
High school diploma
06.2008
University Overview
Skills
- Efficient Food Preparation Skills
- Culinary Knowledge
- Experience with Buffalo Chopper Machinery
- Team Leadership
- Employee Engagement Advocate
- Adaptable in Diverse Work Environments
- Efficient Meal Planning
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Meal Preparation Skills
- Hospitality Experience
- Food Safety Compliance
- Restaurant Operations
- Kitchen Operations Knowledge
- Culinary Skills
- Safe Food Handling
- Culinary Meal Preparation
- Strong Interpersonal Communication
- Point Of Sale Operation
- Customer service
- Cash Management
- Collaborative Leadership
- Customer Service
- Efficient Cleaning Techniques
- Hospitality
- Cleaning Operations Experience
- Food garnishing
- Cold food prep
- Professional attitude
- Attention to detail
Certification
Food Handler Certification, 02/01/24, 02/01/26
Timeline
Prep Cook
CULINAIRE
02.2024 - Current
Prep Cook
CULINAIRE
09.2019 - 12.2019
Prep Cook/ Line Cook
Aimbridge Hospitality (The Marriott Hotel)
07.2016 - 10.2016
Cold Food Prep
Aramark
01.2015 - 01.2016
Music Producer
FaceLift Rec.
04.2012 - 04.2014
Cashier/Customer Service
TETCO Chevron
05.2010 - 03.2011
Cashier/Customer Service
Fiesta Mart
02.2007 - 02.2008
W.H Adamson High School
High school diploma
El Centro Community College
Associates from Science
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