Maria Montoya
Boca Raton,FL
Summary
Skilled cook specializing in menu development and advanced cooking techniques. Demonstrated proficiency in food safety standards and efficient time management, ensuring timely service during high-demand periods. Results-oriented culinary professional skilled in training kitchen staff and collaborating with team members. Committed to enhancing menu offerings with seasonal ingredients, contributing to a dynamic dining experience and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
LuBlu Bakery & Cafe
Boca Raton, Florida
09.2023 - Current
- Prepared and cooked diverse baked goods and café menu items to fulfill customer demand.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Developed and updated menu offerings using seasonal ingredients and aligning with customer preferences.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure prompt service during peak hours.
Cook
Quates Mexican Restaurant
Boca Raton, Florida
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Prepared ingredients for meal service, guaranteeing all items were available.
- Maintained oversight on food stock levels and ordered additional supplies when required.
- Enhanced dish flavors by adjusting seasonings throughout the cooking process.
Cleaning Assistant
Century Village
Boca Raton, Florida
12.2021 - 07.2022
- Maintained cleanliness in common areas through regular dusting and sanitizing practices.
- Organized cleaning supplies and reported shortages to enhance inventory management.
- Ensured proper storage of cleaning chemicals, adhering to safety regulations.
- Maintained cleaning equipment in optimal working condition for effective operations.
Education
BEc - Economics
National University of Callao
Lima, Peru12-1997
Skills
- Menu development
- Cooking techniques
- Food safety standards
- Time management
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
Timeline
Cook
LuBlu Bakery & Cafe
09.2023 - Current
Cook
Quates Mexican Restaurant
07.2022 - 08.2023
Cleaning Assistant
Century Village
12.2021 - 07.2022
BEc - Economics
National University of Callao