Maria Alonso
Pineville,NC
Summary
Adept at ensuring optimal workplace efficiency and hygiene, my tenure at Aramark honed my multitasking and safe food handling skills. I have effectively managed kitchen inventory, significantly reducing product waste while at the same time upholding kitchen standards for prepared food items.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Day Porter
Budd Group
09.2023 - Current
- Assisted in inventory management for supplies, ensuring adequate stock was always available for daily tasks.
- Promoted a healthy work environment by sanitizing frequently touched surfaces regularly.
- Ensured timely completion of duties through effective time management and prioritization skills.
- Operated vacuums and floor polishers to avoid malfunctions and expensive repairs.
- Completed sweeping, mopping, and window-cleaning.
Prep Cook
Aramark
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, sanitizing, and taking out trash.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
Day Porter
Budd Group
08.2019 - 07.2022
- As listed above
Deli/Prep Cook
Harris Teeter
05.2018 - 08.2019
- Precisely measured, weighed, sliced, and packaged deli products according to customer requests while minimizing waste.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to food safety guidelines and promptly addressing any hazards.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Ensured optimal product quality with regular temperature checks on refrigeration units and promptly reporting any issues.
Environmental Services
PruittHealth
02.2012 - 12.2017
- Wore necessary personal protective equipment to minimize risks from hazardous materials, biohazards, and other harmful substances.
- Practiced established infection control methods to reduce risks to patients, families, and medical staff.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Interacted with hospital staff, patients, and families to demonstrate good customer service techniques.
- Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
Line/Fry Cook
Wendy's
10.2007 - 02.2012
- Operated large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers or griddles.
- Cleaned, stocked, and restocked workstations and display cases.
- Enhanced food quality by ensuring proper cooking times and temperatures for various fried foods.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Assisted in training new hires on proper frying techniques, safety protocols, and company policies.
Education
High School Diploma -
STV 253 Valle De Santiago Mexico
07.1985
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Cleaning and Kitchen organization
- Safe Food Handling
- Time Management
- Following Instructions
- Quick-learning
- Inventory Stocking
- Portion Control
- Knife Skills
- Adherence to recipes
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Day Porter
Budd Group
09.2023 - Current
Prep Cook
Aramark
07.2022 - 04.2023
Day Porter
Budd Group
08.2019 - 07.2022
Deli/Prep Cook
Harris Teeter
05.2018 - 08.2019
Environmental Services
PruittHealth
02.2012 - 12.2017
Line/Fry Cook
Wendy's
10.2007 - 02.2012
High School Diploma -
STV 253 Valle De Santiago Mexico
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