MICHELLE ORTEGA
Houston,TX
Summary
Experienced and skilled line cook with a strong background in fast-paced restaurant environments. Proficient in multiple kitchen roles, including food running, expo, grill cooking, and dishwashing. Known for maintaining high standards of cleanliness, organization, and teamwork. Seeking to contribute culinary skills and dedication to quality in a dynamic kitchen setting.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Runner / Expo / Grill Cook / Dishwasher
Torchy’s Tacos
Houston, TX
03.2020 - Current
- Managed food running and expo duties to ensure prompt and accurate delivery of customer orders.
- Executed grill cooking tasks with precision, delivering flavorful, well-prepared dishes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the kitchen; sanitized work areas and washed dishes.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain smooth kitchen operations during peak hours.
- Uphold food safety and sanitation standards, contributing to a hygienic work environment.
Line Cook – Salad Station
State Fare
Houston, TX
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Prepared a variety of salads following recipes and customer preferences.
- Demonstrated efficiency in multitasking and time management during high-volume hours.
- Worked closely with the kitchen team to ensure timely, accurate order delivery.
- Maintained salad station cleanliness and followed food safety protocols.
- Earned positive customer feedback for consistently fresh, well-prepared salads.
Education
Bachelor’s - Process and Industrial Operations Engineering
Universidad Tecnológica de Huejotzingo
Puebla, Mexico01.2020
Associate Degree - Industrial Fashion Design and Production
Universidad Tecnológica de Huejotzingo
Puebla, Mexico01.2018
High School Diploma -
COBAEP Plantel 5
Puebla, Mexico01.2016
Skills
- Food safety
- Order accuracy
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Kitchen organization
- Customer service
- Sanitation procedures
- Service station maintenance
- Cleanliness
- Valid Driver's license
- Quick learner
- Proper sanitation
Timeline
Line Cook – Salad Station
State Fare
01.2023 - 01.2024
Food Runner / Expo / Grill Cook / Dishwasher
Torchy’s Tacos
03.2020 - Current
Bachelor’s - Process and Industrial Operations Engineering
Universidad Tecnológica de Huejotzingo
Associate Degree - Industrial Fashion Design and Production
Universidad Tecnológica de Huejotzingo
High School Diploma -
COBAEP Plantel 5
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