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Miguel Mercado

Sheboygan,WI

Summary

Talented chef with several years of experience preparing memorable dishes. Specializing in menus known for attracting and retaining customers. Provides culinary management skills to fast-paced kitchens.

Safety-conscious Crane Operator known for maintaining high levels of productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in overhead cranes with precision in various weather conditions and job sites. Specialize in load calculation and safety compliance. Excel in teamwork, communication, and problem-solving to enhance operational flow and workplace safety.

Meticulous Warehouse Worker with strong focus on quality and performance. Comfortable working in cold storage and extreme warehouse environments. Knowledgeable about commonly-used practices and procedures within warehouse industry.

Responsible factory worker contributes to team and company success. Dedicated to tackling tasks and completing work. Operates equipment to move materials and support production.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

Holler N Hills
Sheboygan, Wisconsin
08.2023 - Current
  • Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
  • Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
  • Kept up to date with current culinary trends, as well as health and safety regulations.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
  • Developed creative ideas for special events or promotions involving food preparation or presentation.
  • Reviewed operational records to determine amount of food used in order to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
  • Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
  • Checked quality of raw materials before use.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service issues.
  • Stored foods correctly using correct storage containers and labelling systems.
  • Adjusted seasonings of dishes according to customers' tastes.

Temp Worker

ABR Services
Manitowoc, WI
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Performed mold set-up and changeover activities on injection molds.
  • Performed quality checks on plastic parts produced by injection molding machines to ensure they met customer specifications.
  • Repaired or replaced worn out molds, tools, and dies in order to keep the injection molding process running smoothly.
  • Cleaned equipment and work areas regularly to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Responded quickly when alarms sounded due to low pressure or temperature issues with the machinery.
  • Ensured all safety protocols were followed while operating machinery in accordance with OSHA regulations.
  • Maintained accurate records of production activities including number of parts produced, scrap rates, cycle times.
  • Performed visual inspections of coating applications to ensure compliance with specifications.
  • Conducted tests on coatings for adhesion, thickness, and color accuracy.
  • Reported results of inspections and tests to appropriate personnel.
  • Maintained detailed records of all inspected surfaces and materials used.
  • Operated Overhead Crane to move, position and transport materials in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Loaded and unloaded material from trucks with the use of an overhead crane.
  • Followed all safety guidelines while operating overhead cranes.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving overhead cranes when needed.
  • Utilized hand signals to communicate with co-workers when operating overhead cranes.
  • Assisted in loading, unloading equipment onto, from trailers using an overhead crane as required by company policies.
  • Checked hook mechanisms and cables regularly for wear or damage.
  • Performed minor repairs on hoists as needed such as replacing worn parts or tightening loose bolts.
  • Inspected equipment and materials for defects prior to operating cranes to prevent malfunction or damage.
  • Adhered to OSHA safety standards and precautions including weight capacity, tag lines and ground stability.
  • Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
  • Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
  • Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
  • Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
  • Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
  • Transported materials between storage areas, loading docks and delivery vehicles as needed.
  • Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.

Cook

Kettle Moraine Correctional Institution
Plymouth, WI
03.2016 - 09.2020
  • Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
  • Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
  • Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
  • Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
  • Assisted in developing new recipes or modifying existing ones for better taste or efficiency.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
  • Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
  • Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
  • Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.

Education

H.S.E.D -

Kettle Moraine Correctional Institute
Plymouth, WI
07-2016

Skills

  • Food and beverage pairing
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Meal Preparation
  • Dish preparation
  • Purchasing
  • Vendor Relations
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Material Handling
  • Palletizing
  • Lift Equipment Operation
  • Documentation abilities
  • Shipping and receiving processes
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Coordinating paperwork
  • Hand and power tools
  • Hand-Eye Coordination
  • Production goals
  • Materials Movement
  • Hand tools proficiency
  • Protective gear
  • Protective clothing
  • Protective Equipment Use
  • Protective gear and equipment knowledge
  • Data Entry
  • Protective coatings
  • Inventory Tracking
  • Order Preparation
  • Quality Control
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Order Fulfillment
  • Forklift Operation
  • Crane Operations
  • Quality Assurance
  • Packaging and Labeling
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Problem-Solving
  • Material Loading and Unloading
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Self-Motivated and Disciplined
  • Damage Reports
  • Warehouse Safety
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Hazardous Materials Handling
  • Basic Mathematics
  • Cleaning and Organizing
  • Health and Safety Regulations
  • Order Picking
  • Assembly and production
  • Materials handling and transport
  • Attention to Detail
  • Safely handling chemicals
  • General Housekeeping
  • Machine Operation
  • Assembly line
  • Power Tool Operation
  • Handling machinery
  • Equipment Operation
  • Equipment monitoring

Affiliations

  • family ties (going to parks with my children, helping my children with troubleshooting task such as life skills and education questions.)
  • athletic (basket ball, foot ball, volley ball, mini golf, soccer.)
  • motivator ( motivate any and all of my peers with encouragement and respect)

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Chef

Holler N Hills
08.2023 - Current

Temp Worker

ABR Services
02.2023 - 08.2023

Cook

Kettle Moraine Correctional Institution
03.2016 - 09.2020

H.S.E.D -

Kettle Moraine Correctional Institute

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