Maria Dolores Gonzalez
Moulton
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented culinary professional with a strong background in hospitality, honed at Featherock Conference Center. Expert in food handling and sanitation practices, consistently delivering high-quality meals under pressure. Proven multitasker with a commitment to safety and excellence, enhancing customer satisfaction through meticulous food presentation and service.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook and Housekeeping
Featherock Conference Center
Schulenburg, Tx
04.2016 - 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.
Line Cook
Kloesel’s Steakhouse
Moulton, TX
05.2012 - 04.2016
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Increased kitchen productivity by keeping tools organized for easy access when needed.
- Supported head chef during high-volume periods by efficiently executing complex tasks with precision under pressure.
- Boosted employee morale through positive attitude, willingness to assist others when needed.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using various kitchen equipment safely for efficient food preparation.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality dishes in a timely manner.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Ensured smooth kitchen operations during special events or private parties by collaborating with front-of-house staff and adjusting to specific client requests.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Strengthened team communication through active listening and constructive feedback during shift meetings or one-on-one sessions.
- Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking supplies and placing orders as needed.
- Mastered various cooking techniques, broadening menu offerings and introducing innovative dishes.
- Mentored junior staff members in culinary skills and techniques, fostering professional growth within the team.
- Assisted in training of new line cooks, ensuring they met kitchen's high standards quickly.
- Maintained high standards of food safety and hygiene, surpassing health inspection requirements.
- Managed kitchen equipment maintenance, preventing unexpected downtime and preserving workflow.
- Contributed to significant reduction in cooking time by organizing more efficient kitchen layouts.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workstation.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Kitchen Aid / Cook
Shady Oak Nursing Home
Moulton, TX
01.2011 - 06.2012
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
Rubber Molder
Kemlon Products & Development
Schulenburg, TX
05.1997 - 12.2010
- Used tools to cut, trim and shape Number molds daily.
- Mentored junior molders on best practices, contributing to overall skill development within the team.
- Observed operations of automatic molding machinery to detect and correct jams or malfunctions.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by prioritizing tasks and efficiently managing workload.
Education
G E D
Victoria College 2020
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Multitasking and organization
- Kitchen organization
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Sanitation
- Supply restocking
- Surface cleaning
- Hospitality and service industry background
- Food presentation
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Sanitation practices
- Grilling
- Contamination prevention
- Food waste reduction
- Performance improvement
- Food plating and presentation
- Portion control
- Food plating
- Food handler certification
- Ingredients measuring
- Allergen awareness
- New hire training
- Food spoilage prevention
- Recipes and menu planning
- Ingredient selection
- Fine dining
- Recipe development
- Pastry making
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Ingredient knowledge
- Food storage
- Staff training
- Temperature control
- Special diets
- Recipe modification
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Sauteing
- Positive and professional
- Food safety oversight
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Cook and Housekeeping
Featherock Conference Center
04.2016 - Current
Line Cook
Kloesel’s Steakhouse
05.2012 - 04.2016
Kitchen Aid / Cook
Shady Oak Nursing Home
01.2011 - 06.2012
Rubber Molder
Kemlon Products & Development
05.1997 - 12.2010
G E D