Melanie Negrete
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2025
2025
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Cook
Pizza Hut
Los Angeles, California
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Prepared fresh ingredients for daily menu items and special requests.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspaces and storage areas.
- Assisted in cooking a variety of dishes following established recipes and guidelines.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, including ovens, grills, and fryers.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during busy hours.
- Followed food safety regulations to maintain compliance in all kitchen operations.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Organized Preparation
Meat Butcher
Northgate Gonzlez Markets
Long Beach, CA
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Prepared various cuts of meat following health and safety guidelines.
- Operated meat processing equipment for efficient production and preparation.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and tools to ensure food safety standards.
- Assisted customers with selecting and purchasing meat products to meet their needs.
- Wrapped and labeled products accurately for display in the retail area.
- Stocked inventory shelves with fresh meat products during busy hours.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow and service quality.
- Monitored product freshness and reported any quality issues to management.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas to maintain health standards.
- Operated slicers, grinders and other butcher shop equipment safely.
Team Member
Jack in the Box
Wilmington, California
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and provided recommendations as needed.
- Prepared food items following safety and quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and dining areas.
- Assisted customers with orders and provided menu information.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth service flow.
- Stocked supplies and ingredients in designated areas promptly.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during shifts.
- Handled cash transactions and processed payments accurately.
- Supported training of new team members on operational tasks.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area throughout shift.
- Worked hard to learn required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
Education
Banning High School
Wilmington, CaliforniaSkills
- Food preparation
- Recipe adherence
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Food safety compliance
- Customer service
- Cash handling
- Meat processing techniques
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Cleanliness standards
- ServSafe certified
Timeline
Cook
Pizza Hut
06.2025 - 07.2025
Meat Butcher
Northgate Gonzlez Markets
07.2024 - 12.2024
Team Member
Jack in the Box
07.2023 - 09.2023
Banning High School