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Michael Alarcon

Huntington Beach,CA

Summary

Developed strong organizational and multitasking skills in high-volume kitchen environment, ensuring efficient food preparation and adherence to safety standards. Demonstrated ability to collaborate seamlessly with team members and maintain composure under pressure. Seeking to transition these skills into new field to contribute effectively and grow professionally.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Pizza Chef/Dishwasher/Prep Cook

Bollinis Il Forno
12.2023 - Current
  • Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Worked closely with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen and dining area for accurate order fulfillment and timely service delivery.
  • Implemented daily prep tasks which contributed to smooth shift transitions between morning, afternoon, and evening crews.

Pizza Cook

Papa Johns
05.2023 - 11.2023
  • Reduced food waste by efficiently managing ingredients inventory and rotating stock as needed.
  • Cooked assembled pizzas in oven, removed when done, allowed to cool, cut and boxed completed orders, entering real-time preparation updates in electronic system from start to finish.
  • Followed strict food safety guidelines to maintain a safe and sanitary kitchen, reducing the risk of health code violations.
  • Handled high-volume orders during peak times with accuracy and speed while maintaining attention to detail for each pizza creation.

Sandwich Artist/Prep Cook/Cashier

Subway
11.2022 - 04.2023
  • Greeted guests, promoted specials, and took orders.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Operated the cash register with accuracy, ensuring proper handling of transactions.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Increased speed of service through effective multitasking and time management skills.

Education

Valley Vista High School
Fountain Valley, CA

Skills

  • Skilled in pizza crafting
  • Effective communication
  • Recipe development experience
  • Culinary presentation
  • Proficient in kitchen equipment operation

Timeline

Pizza Chef/Dishwasher/Prep Cook

Bollinis Il Forno
12.2023 - Current

Pizza Cook

Papa Johns
05.2023 - 11.2023

Sandwich Artist/Prep Cook/Cashier

Subway
11.2022 - 04.2023

Valley Vista High School