Margarita Alvarez
The Bronx,NY
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
JENNIE'S KITCHEN
Brooklyn, NY
10.2018 - 02.2023
- Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, such as washing, peeling, cutting and slicing vegetables.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
- Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
- Checked freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.
- Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies, including food items and utensils.
- Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment as required for meal preparation.
- Heated sauces, soups and gravies according to specified methods.
- Cooked meats, fish, poultry or other foods using various methods such as baking, frying or grilling.
- Measured ingredients accurately using measuring cups and spoons.
- Seasoned cooked dishes properly before serving them.
- Maintained records of daily food usage in accordance with health regulations.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations while handling sharp knives or operating machinery.
- Communicated effectively with fellow staff members regarding meal preparations.
- Kept the kitchen area clean at all times during shifts.
- Maintained clean and orderly kitchen by regularly washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces and taking out trash.
- Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
- Organized and labeled stock of ingredients to maintain needed inventory levels.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
Line Cook
Union Fare
Manhattan, NY
11.2015 - 07.2018
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
- Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
Counter Server and Server
Lindo Sanmiguelito
The Bronx, NY
02.2012 - 09.2014
- Greeted customers and provided menu information.
- Maintained a clean, organized and stocked work station.
- Operated cash registers for transactions with customers.
- Processed payments using credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
- Provided exceptional customer service by responding to customer inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Ensured compliance with health codes regarding proper storage and handling of food products.
Education
GED -
Hostos Community College of The City University of New York
The Bronx, NY09.2021
Skills
- Sauce Preparation
- Ingredient Preparation
- Stock Rotation
- Kitchen Organization
- Vegetable Washing
- Food Processing
- Meat Cutting
- Flexible Schedule
- Equipment Sanitation
- Safe Food Handling
- Attention to Detail
- Cleaning and Organization
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Recipe Adherence
- Food Storage
- Team-Oriented
- Food Preparation
- Highly Motivated
- Proper Portioning
- Measurements and Weights
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Team Collaboration
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Recipe Preparation
- Willingness to Learn
- Punctual and Honest
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Limited
Timeline
Prep Cook
JENNIE'S KITCHEN
10.2018 - 02.2023
Line Cook
Union Fare
11.2015 - 07.2018
Counter Server and Server
Lindo Sanmiguelito
02.2012 - 09.2014
GED -
Hostos Community College of The City University of New York