Miguel Rico-Flores
Lakeland
Summary
Experienced Food Service Professional with over 20 years in the industry, recognized for a strong work ethic, meticulous attention to detail, and a passion for delivering excellence. Adept at identifying problems quickly and implementing effective solutions. Now seeking an opportunity to transition into a new career, with a particular interest in solving water issues. Eager to learn, adaptable, and committed to achieving outstanding results in any environment. Ready to apply my skills and dedication to contribute to addressing water-related challenges and making a positive impact in this vital field.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Dining Service V
State of Colorado Department of Human Service
10.2019 - 12.2025
- Consistently working to high standards
- Train new employees and mentor seasoned employees.
- Can quickly gain in-depth familiarity with any kitchen operation.
- Good knowledge of operational health & safety
- Knowledge of all the different styles of cooking done in the kitchen
- Constantly working hard to achieve personal goals and objectives
- Having strong and effective leadership skills, along with the ability to successfully manage a team of cooks.
- Understanding of food labeling and temperature controls
- Ensuring that meals are prepared with full regard to the food cost, quality, consistency, eye appeal, and taste
- Provide professional and elegant presentations for catering events.
- Knife skills
- Create specific menus according to the diet restriction
- Create a daily schedule to ensure employees cover all positions to meet daily needs.
- Create meals (Food/Bake Goods) from scratch
- Ensure proper food delivery and storage
- Ensure kitchen equipment is working up to standards and report any issues.
- Supervise employees to provide proper safety and handling of meals and kitchen equipment.
Fine Dining/Lead Line Cook
Clermont Park Retirement Community Compass Group
09.2018 - 10.2019
- Supervised daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
- Trained and mentored junior line cooks, fostering skill development and teamwork.
- Developed and implemented efficient meal preparation processes to enhance service speed.
- Collaborated with dietary staff to create balanced menus tailored to residents' nutritional needs.
Construction Worker
Soto’s Alpine LLC
06.2013 - 09.2018
- Operated heavy machinery to execute construction tasks efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and protocols on job sites.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects within deadlines.
- Assisted in framing, drywall installation, and finishing work on residential builds.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Calm under pressure
- Decision-making
- Problem resolution
- Verbal communication
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Dining Service V
State of Colorado Department of Human Service
10.2019 - 12.2025
Fine Dining/Lead Line Cook
Clermont Park Retirement Community Compass Group
09.2018 - 10.2019
Construction Worker
Soto’s Alpine LLC
06.2013 - 09.2018