Mayra Gallegos Castro
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Versatile professional with a strong background in food service and beverage preparation. Adept at collaborating with team members to streamline operations and enhance customer satisfaction during peak hours. Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.
Overview
2
2
Languages
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Barista
Starbucks
Los Angeles, California
04.2026 - 08.2026
- Prepared and served coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees and teas.
- Prepared handcrafted beverages using espresso machines and brewing equipment.
- Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
- Greeted and communicated with customers to take beverage orders and offer recommendations based on taste preferences.
- Provided exceptional customer service through active listening and engagement.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding to inquiries quickly and professionally.
- Managed morning rush of customers daily with efficient, levelheaded customer service.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth store operations during peak hours.
- Managed cash register transactions and processed payments efficiently.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to ensure food quality and safety compliance.
- Maintained calm demeanor during high-volume periods and special events.
- Memorized recipes for specialty beverages to ensure consistent preparation. for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.
Lead Line Cook
LAMILL Coffee
Los Angeles, California
08.2021 - 11.2025
- Supervised kitchen operations to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- Trained and mentored junior cooks on cooking techniques and safety standards.
- Trained new cooks on recipes, preparation methods, safety procedures and sanitation guidelines.
- Managed a team of kitchen staff including assigning tasks and monitoring performance.
- Developed menus that highlighted seasonal ingredients and coffee pairings.
- Maintained inventory levels and ordered supplies to support kitchen needs.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to streamline service during peak hours.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations through regular kitchen inspections.
- Maintained cleanliness in the kitchen area by adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain food presentation standards.
- Assisted in food inventory and control while properly receiving and storing delivered items.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
- Prepared garnishes for later use in meal production.
- Modified standard recipes to address customer requests for substitutions or allergen concerns.
- Planned, prepared and cooked meals according to restaurant specifications.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining a professional demeanor.
jr sous chef
petty cash taqueria
Los Angeles, California
05.2018 - 07.2021
- Oversaw cooking processes to maintain consistency and quality standards.
- Ensured timely preparation of orders during high-volume service periods.
- Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments.
- Trained kitchen staff on food safety and sanitation practices.
- Collaborated with chefs to develop innovative taco recipes and presentations.
- Prepared sauces, dressings, soups, stocks, marinades and other items as needed throughout the day.
- Managed food storage and inventory to ensure quality and freshness.
- Managed food inventory, ordering and receiving of products from vendors.
- Monitored food temperatures during storage, preparation and service to meet safety standards.
- Maintained kitchen equipment by performing routine cleaning and maintenance tasks.
- Supported team members in achieving efficient kitchen workflow during peak hours.
- Provided guidance to staff members regarding recipes, plating techniques, garnishes and portion control.
- Ensured accurate completion of prep lists and production sheets on a daily basis.
Prep cook/Line Cook
Republique
Los Angeles, California
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Chopped, diced, and sliced vegetables according to recipe specifications.
- Assisted chefs by organizing workstations and maintaining cleanliness standards.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal preparation and service.
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure safe food handling practices.
- Stocked supplies and ingredients to support efficient kitchen operations.
- Maintained inventory of kitchen supplies and communicated needs to supervisors.
Education
GED
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Espresso machine operation
- Beverage crafting
- Food safety standards
- Cash handling
- Customer service excellence
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Barista
Starbucks
04.2026 - 08.2026
Lead Line Cook
LAMILL Coffee
08.2021 - 11.2025
jr sous chef
petty cash taqueria
05.2018 - 07.2021
Prep cook/Line Cook
Republique
08.2017 - 05.2018
GED