Summary
Work History
Education
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Miguel Cedeno

Queens,NY

Summary

Offering strong foundation in culinary practices and positive attitude towards learning and development in fast-paced kitchen environment. Brings quick understanding of food safety and sanitation standards, coupled with emerging knife and prep skills. Ready to use and develop these attributes in Desired Position role.

Work History

Prep Cook

Smashburger
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace during busy shifts.
  • Contributed to a positive work atmosphere through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
  • Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.

Prep Cook/line, Cook

Cheesecake Factory Restaurant
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace during busy shifts.
  • Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.
  • Supported the success of daily operations by assisting chefs with ingredient prep work as needed.
  • Maintained optimal food quality by adhering to strict guidelines for food safety and sanitation.
  • Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
  • Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
  • Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
  • Cultivated a safe working environment by consistently wearing appropriate protective gear and practicing safe handling techniques during food preparation tasks.
  • Prepared various types of cuisine, showcasing versatility and adaptability in the kitchen environment.
  • Sharpened knife skills, resulting in precise cuts and reduced preparation time.
  • Streamlined meal prep process, cutting down food waste significantly.

Education

Liberal Arts -

New York University
Manhattan, NY
09.1987

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Customer service
  • Safe food handling
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Efficient multitasking
  • Time management
  • Following instructions
  • Food preparation
  • Cleanliness
  • Quick-learning
  • Highly motivated
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Kitchen organization
  • Inventory stocking
  • Preparation speed
  • Sanitation practices
  • Knife skills
  • Chopping vegetables
  • Cross-contamination prevention
  • Workstation maintenance
  • Stock rotation
  • Ingredient preparation
  • Food quality control
  • Vegetable prep
  • Meat cutting
  • Food waste reduction
  • Recipes and menu planning

Timeline

Prep Cook

Smashburger

Prep Cook/line, Cook

Cheesecake Factory Restaurant

Liberal Arts -

New York University
Miguel Cedeno