Maria Chavez
Waco
Summary
Dedicated cook with strong food handling and attention to detail skills. Experienced in managing tasks efficiently during peak hours and maintaining high hygiene standards.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Olive Garden Restaurant
Waco, TX
07.2026 - Current
- Assisted in food preparation, ensuring adherence to recipes and quality standards.
- Learned kitchen safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
- Supported team during peak hours by efficiently managing food assembly tasks.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations, promoting hygiene and organization in kitchen areas.
Housekeeper
Self Employed
Waco, TX
01.2005 - Current
- Established strong client relationships through excellent service, fostering repeat business and referrals.
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by ensuring thorough cleaning and timely room turnovers.
- Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Dusted picture frames and wall hangings with cloth.
- Increased room availability by managing time wisely and completing tasks within designated deadlines.
- Developed customized cleaning schedules tailored to client preferences and property requirements.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in residential properties, ensuring high standards of hygiene.
Cook
Ninfas Mexican Restaurant
Waco, TX
03.2023 - 03.2026
- Collaborated with chefs to prepare ingredients, enhancing overall kitchen efficiency.
- Adapted quickly to changing menu items and special requests from customers.
- Operated kitchen equipment according to safety guidelines, ensuring proper usage at all times.
- Contributed to team efforts by actively participating in daily prep and service routines.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Local High School in Mexico
MexicoSkills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cook
Olive Garden Restaurant
07.2026 - Current
Cook
Ninfas Mexican Restaurant
03.2023 - 03.2026
Housekeeper
Self Employed
01.2005 - Current
High School Diploma -
Local High School in Mexico