Maria Hernandez
El Paso
Summary
Hardworking and passionate with strong organizational skills. Reliable and great team player experienced in various positions from dietary aide to cook . Willing to learn new skills .
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Kindred Hospital
05.2023 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- 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.
- Daily cleaning duties
- Assemble patient trays
- Deliver patient trays,pick up trays after meals
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Wash pots and pans , wash dishes .
- Serve food to employees and visitors during meal times.
- Serve meals for patient trays.
Cook
Saint Teresa Nursing and Rehab
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Showcased excellent knife skills for precise cutting and preparation of various ingredients.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Prepared different textured foods for residents.
- Served meals for resident trays .
Dietary Aide
Regent Care Center
10.2017 - 10.2021
- Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
- Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
- Coordinated with other dietary aides and kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals, contributing to a smooth-running operation.
- Daily cleaning duties
- Cleared tables and removed dishes, trays, and utensils from dining room to dishwashing area.
- Added food items, beverages, and utensils to trays for residents.
- Prepared all necessary drinks for residents ahead of time
- Followed safety and sanitation policies while handling food and beverages to uphold proper health standards.
- Cross-trained in other kitchen positions.
- Assisted cook with prep.
- Prepared meals for residents.
Cook
La Morenita
09.2016 - 04.2019
- Washed dishes , pots and pans.
- Operated grill and fryer .
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Fast paced work to prepare and serve meals .
Education
High School Diploma -
Guadalupe Victoria
Durango, Mexico06.1991
Skills
Customer Service
Cooking
Cleaning and organization
Food handling
Hospitality and service industry background
Food presentation
Food Handler Certification
Special Diets Knowledge
Teamwork and Collaboration
Works Well Under Pressure
Multitasking and Organization
Timeline
Cook
Kindred Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Cook
Saint Teresa Nursing and Rehab
10.2021 - 05.2023
Dietary Aide
Regent Care Center
10.2017 - 10.2021
Cook
La Morenita
09.2016 - 04.2019
High School Diploma -
Guadalupe Victoria
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