Mercedes Garcia
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Mexican Restaurants
Los Angeles
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Prepared menu items following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace and equipment.
- Operated kitchen equipment including ovens, grills, and fryers safely and efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Implemented food safety practices to maintain health regulations in the kitchen.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
Cook's Assistant
Jack in the Box
Los Angeles, CA
01.2019 - 03.2022
- Assisted chefs in food preparation and ingredient assembly.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen and food prep areas.
- Operated kitchen equipment following safety protocols.
Skills
- Recipe preparation
- Kitchen safety
- Food presentation
- Equipment operation
- Sanitation practices
- Food inventory management
- Team collaboration
- Quality control
- Food storage
- Sanitation
- Knife skills
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Cook
Mexican Restaurants
11.2022 - 01.2024
Cook's Assistant
Jack in the Box
01.2019 - 03.2022