Mauro Rodriguez
Saint Louis,MO
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Coopers Hawk, excelling in food preparation and kitchen safety. Proven ability to enhance dish quality through innovative cooking techniques and effective inventory management. Recognized for training new staff and fostering teamwork, ensuring efficient service during peak hours while maintaining high standards.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Fry Cook
Coopers Hawk
Town And Country, MO
02.2025 - Current
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes and quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations, equipment, and kitchen areas to adhere to safety regulations.
- Assisted in inventory management by monitoring stock levels and notifying supervisors of shortages.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours while maintaining food quality.
Sauté Cook
Coopers Hawk
Town And Country, MO
12.2024 - Current
- Prepared ingredients for sautéing, ensuring freshness and quality standards were met.
- Executed sautéing techniques to create menu items in alignment with recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures to maintain consistency across dishes served.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on proper sautéing methods and equipment use.
Broiler Cook
Coopers Hawk
Town And Country, MO
09.2024 - Current
- Prepared and cooked broiler dishes following recipes and safety standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service.
- Monitored cooking temperatures to ensure food safety compliance.
- Adapted to changing menu items and special requests efficiently.
- Implemented process improvements for more efficient food preparation workflows.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operations during peak service hours.
Fry Cook
Maggianos
Richmond Heights, MO
05.2019 - Current
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, following all operational protocols for food preparation.
- Adapted quickly to changes in menu items or special requests, ensuring customer satisfaction at all times.
- Implemented best practices for food handling and sanitation to uphold health department standards.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures, fostering a collaborative environment focused on efficiency and safety.
Sauté Cook
Maggianos
Richmond Heights, MO
01.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate meal timing during peak service periods.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and adhered to food safety regulations consistently.
- Adjusted seasoning and flavors based on customer feedback, enhancing overall dish satisfaction.
- Contributed to menu development by offering input on new sauté dishes based on seasonal ingredients.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ritenour High School
Saint John, MissouriSkills
- Food preparation
- Kitchen safety
- Inventory management
- Cooking techniques
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Fry Cook
Coopers Hawk
02.2025 - Current
Sauté Cook
Coopers Hawk
12.2024 - Current
Broiler Cook
Coopers Hawk
09.2024 - Current
Fry Cook
Maggianos
05.2019 - Current
Sauté Cook
Maggianos
01.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Ritenour High School