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Martha Acosta

Grand Prairie

Summary

Reliable food service worker bringing several years of experience in food preparation and customer service. Take orders and made food quickly. Knowledgeable and experienced in food handling procedures.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Food Service Specialist

Arlington ISD
Arlington
08.2001 - Current
  • Stock beverage stations with appropriate condiments and napkins.
  • Gather ingredients and cleaned and cut food items to prep recipes.
  • Operate dishwashers to clean plates, glasses and utensils used in meal services.
  • Moppe floors and cleaned walk-in refrigerators and storage areas to maintain hygienic, sanitized work area.
  • Clean dishes, silverware, glassware, utensils, pots and pans, following established sanitation guidelines.
  • Prepare nutritious meals according to standard guidelines.
  • Check daily menus in order to accurately gather and prepare ingredients for entrees, sides and desserts.
  • Chops ingredients and prepped food items ahead of lunchtime and dinner rush periods.
  • Monitor temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
  • Assist with food preparation and assembly of meals according to recipes and established portion control standards.
  • Assemble and served meals according to specific guest requirements.
  • Package and bagged cooked food and prepare items.
  • Organize and stocked kitchen storage areas, refrigerators, freezers and other related food service equipment.
  • Follow recipes to cut, chop and combine correct ingredients and quantities to meet quality standards.
  • Follow food safety regulations pertaining to sanitation, food handling and storage.
  • Perform variety of duties related to food service.
  • Operate cash register to process cash, check.
  • Clean and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
  • Ensures proper sanitation of work areas before, during, and after meal services.
  • Kept foods at safe temperatures in storage, during cooking and prior to serving.
  • Store perishable food items in freezer or refrigerator to protect from spoilage.
  • Respond promptly to requests from wait staff regarding additional items or refills during meal services.
  • Maintain clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
  • Ensures all dishes were presented attractively before serving.
  • Follow all safety protocols when using kitchen appliances such as ovens or stoves.
  • Remove trash from kitchen area regularly throughout shift hours.
  • Wash peeled and cut fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
  • Monitor food temperatures to ensure safety and quality standards were met.
  • Use correct cleaning and sanitizing techniques on surfaces, tools and equipment.
  • Refill condiments, napkins and server workstations.
  • Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
  • Gather ingredients and cleaned and cut food items to prep recipes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bowie High School
Grand Prairie, TX
12-2002

Skills

  • Food preparation
  • Sanitation compliance
  • Nutritional meal planning
  • Temperature monitoring
  • Kitchen equipment operation
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Follows Safety protocols
  • Food labeling
  • Kitchen equipment use
  • Temperature standards
  • Continuous improvement
  • Grilling
  • Baking and roasting
  • Preparing meals
  • Efficient food preparation
  • Knife use
  • Dish preparation
  • Cooking meals
  • Adaptability and flexibility

Timeline

Food Service Specialist

Arlington ISD
08.2001 - Current

High School Diploma -

Bowie High School