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Miguel Vazquez

Chef
New Cumberland,PA

Summary

High achieving worker. Believe that learning is the most important thing at any job. Very skilled learner. Experience from military career has shown how important it is to pay attention and perfect all details. Talented kitchen leader offer over 4 years of experience in preparing and serving diverse foods. Motivates employees to exceed customer expectations in high-volume settings while maintaining strong quality and cost controls. Service-oriented with good multitasking, safety management and decision-making skills. Enthusiastic Handyman with 3 years of experience in general property and yard maintenance. Physically fit, courteous and expert at finding solutions. Minor experience in basic plumbing. Accept mistakes/problems and quickly find the best solution.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Carrabbas Italian Grill
Mechanicsburg, PA
01.2018 - Current
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
  • Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Followed standardized recipes set by Chef for production of breakfast, lunch and dinner meals.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling and surface cleaning.
  • Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
  • Spearheaded regular maintenance and repair operations to keep building and equipment in peak condition.
  • Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
  • Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
  • Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
  • Increased kitchen efficiency [Number]% by streamlining processes, reducing waste and mentoring team members on proper procedures.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.

Handyman

Houses By Vazquez LLC.
Harrisburg, PA
08.2018 - 06.2021
  • Worked frequently with mechanical and plumbing systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.
  • Managed about 400 available parts, tools and materials inventory to maintain prompt response capability.
  • Used various equipment to remove snow and sprinkled rock salt on walkways to prevent falls.
  • Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets and other equipment.
  • Prepared for new painting by removing previous materials with seam-cleaning, sandblasting, scraping and sanding.
  • Completed repair jobs to restore functionality to electric and plumbing systems.
  • Responded to maintenance requests in apartment property with great speed and efficiency.

Warehouse Associate

Amazon
Lewisberry, PA
08.2018 - 03.2019
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
  • Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
  • Worked safely around moving machinery.
  • Operated PC and RF-based computer systems for inventory management.
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling and preparation of related documents.
  • Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
  • Placed incoming inventory in optimal storage locations to promote continued accuracy and easy retrieval.
  • Acknowledged safety issues and contacted shift supervisor regarding concerns and for quick resolution.
  • Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
  • Maintained warehouse accessibility and safety for customer traffic by discarding empty boxes and removing obstacles from aisles.
  • Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
  • Readied product pallets for optimal storage and shipment, carefully organizing boxes and balancing weight.
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.

Water Purification Specialist

United States Marine Corps
Beaufort, SC
08.2014 - 08.2018
  • Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
  • Disinfected water with chemicals such as ammonia and chlorine in exact concentrations.
  • Recorded operational data, personnel attendance or meter and gauge readings on specified forms.
  • Directed and coordinated plant workers engaged in routine operations and maintenance activities.
  • Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
  • Collected water samples to test alkalinity, hardness and residual levels.
  • Operated and adjusted controls on equipment to purify and clarify water, process or dispose of sewage and generate power.
  • Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
  • Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated.
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.

Education

High School Diploma -

Harrisburg High School
Harrisburg, AR
08.2012 - 06.2014

Skills

    High-volume dining

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Interests

Plumbing

Real Estate

Timeline

Handyman

Houses By Vazquez LLC.
08.2018 - 06.2021

Warehouse Associate

Amazon
08.2018 - 03.2019

Assistant Kitchen Manager

Carrabbas Italian Grill
01.2018 - Current

Water Purification Specialist

United States Marine Corps
08.2014 - 08.2018

High School Diploma -

Harrisburg High School
08.2012 - 06.2014

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