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Miguel Alegria

CHICAGO,IL

Summary

Hardworking Fast Food Cook offering excellent food preparation and handling skills. Keep kitchen areas well-stocked and organized for maximum efficiency. Team-oriented and reliable with excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.

Organized Busser with 3 years of experience bussing tables quickly while paying attention to details. Skilled at communicating, customer satisfaction and maintaing presentable areas. Knowledgeable in proper sanitation and quality standards with attention to guest and workplace safety.

Outgoing busser skilled at operating in fast-paced environments with demanding objectives for sales, service and quality. Talent for adapting to changing menus and policies and independently handling customer issues. Analytical problem-solver successful at managing time and preparing for future guests with efficient side work.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Cook

Broken English Taco Pub
CHICAGO, IL
06.2019 - Current
  • Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products resulting in consistently high scores on health inspections.
  • Delivered soiled dishes and pots and pans to washing areas and assisted in cleaning and drying all items.
  • Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports.
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Created nutritious, safe, visually appealing, innovative and properly prepared and flavored food.
  • Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
  • Prepared more than 500 dishes per day in fast-paced kitchen environment while maintaining high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods, including chicken, steak.
  • Maintained hygienic kitchen by regularly mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing all utensils and glassware.
  • Restocked all food items throughout shift to guarantee cooks had all necessary ingredients needed for service.
  • Modified standard recipes to account for ingredient issues or customer requests, including allergen concerns.
  • Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
  • Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times at lunch and dinner rush.
  • Operated all kitchen equipment safely to avoid injuries.
  • Washed and peeled ingredients to prepare for use in different meals and recipes.
  • Interacted professionally and effectively with wait staff regarding special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
  • Assisted in preparation of menu items such as steaks, burgers and sandwiches.
  • Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
  • Created approximately 6 orders simultaneously during busy periods with high accuracy, maintaining customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Placed frequently used food such as vegetables, chicken, pork belly and beef in proper storage containers and placed perishable items in refrigerator.

Busser

Broken English Taco Pub
CHICAGO, IL
04.2017 - Current
  • Cleared tables efficiently to maintain high turnover rate and minimize wait times.
  • Verified adequate levels of supplies such as linens and trays and restocked low items.
  • Restocked condiments and drink station supplies to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Monitored customer movements and quickly cleared empty tables for future customers.
  • Carried dirty dishes to kitchen to keep dining areas clean and promote efficiency.
  • Removed trash, spills and trays to keep areas clean and professionally organized.
  • Increased productivity by working quickly, helping other bussers and looking for ways to improve.
  • Delivered trays and bags to patrons and assisted with collecting items such as drinks, utensils and condiments.
  • Successfully balanced cleaning tables and running food seamlessly without sacrificing work quality.
  • Resolved various customer issues quickly to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Improved quality of service 90% by working closely with server staff and meeting customer expectations.
  • Cleaned table tops, flat surfaces and floors of assigned areas while assisting team members with daily tasks.
  • Trained new employees to perform duties by showing how to clean tables, run food and restocking the restaurant.
  • Consistently went above and beyond expectations by helping with taking orders and seating customers to support teammates and provide customer service.
  • Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
  • Stocked displays with new and transferred merchandise.
  • Managed inventory of dining room products, including condiments, linens and flatware.
  • Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
  • Applied proactive and resourceful nature to create pleasant guest experiences.
  • Supported serving staff in delivering accurate and well-presented food orders.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - History

University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL

High School Diploma -

Curie Metropolitan High School
Chicago, IL
06.2016

Skills

  • Cutting and slicing techniques
  • Foodservice sanitation
  • Ingredient inspection
  • Food presentation
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Multitasking
  • Team-oriented
  • Highly motivated
  • Effective prioritization
  • Active listener
  • Punctual and honest
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Results-oriented

Timeline

Line Cook

Broken English Taco Pub
06.2019 - Current

Busser

Broken English Taco Pub
04.2017 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - History

University of Illinois At Chicago

High School Diploma -

Curie Metropolitan High School

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