Maria Teresa Gonzalez
Tempe,AZ
Summary
Driven fast food Prep Cook with wide and diverse skill set. Offering many years of quality performance in food service roles. Known for reliability, efficiency and best-in-class service.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
High Tide At The Steelyard
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Controlled food cost and waste by selecting and using correct ingredients and amounts.
- Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
Pastry Cook
Maggianos
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Prepared wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies and pies by following traditional recipes.
- Created new dessert items for seasonal and special events.
- Scaled out and mixed ingredients according to recipes and procedures.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production areas.
- Operated ovens and bakery equipment to prepare products according to recipes.
- Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients.
- Determined baking times for various items.
- Trained new employees on bakery methods and procedures.
- Decorated pastries with different icings and toppings, using spatulas, scrapers and piping bags.
Prep Line Cook
Tommy Bahama
11.2019 - 11.2022
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Verified proper portion sizes to consistently attain high food quality standards.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
- Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
- Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Studied in Mexico
Mexico06.1988
Skills
- Sauce Preparation
- Meat Cutting
- Inventory Stocking
- Menu Memorization
- Ingredient Preparation
- Stock Rotation
- Quick-Learning
- Equipment Sanitation
- Food Spoilage Prevention
- Ambitious
- Time Management
- Team Collaboration
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Prep Cook
High Tide At The Steelyard
01.2023 - 10.2023
Pastry Cook
Maggianos
12.2022 - 01.2023
Prep Line Cook
Tommy Bahama
11.2019 - 11.2022
High School Diploma -
Studied in Mexico
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