Monica Enriquez
Seattle,WA
Summary
Experienced Lead Prep Cook Skilled in food presentation, inventory management, and menu planning. Committed to maintaining high standards of food safety and quality while optimizing kitchen efficiency.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Prep Cook
Metropolitan Grill
Seattle, WA
12.2017 - Current
- Supervised kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Trained and mentored junior cooks, enhancing team performance and culinary skills.
- Optimized ingredient preparation processes, improving efficiency in meal service time.
- Collaborated with management on menu planning, incorporating seasonal ingredients and customer feedback.
- Developed recipes that aligned with restaurant's high standards for quality and presentation.
- Managed inventory control, reducing waste through effective stock rotation and usage tracking.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Developed innovative, creative menu items and recipes.
- Assisted in developing new menu items to reflect restaurant's style and standards.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Managed inventory and ordered food and supplies to maintain adequate stock.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
- Verified proper portion sizes to consistently attain high food quality standards.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Participated in catering events, showcasing the restaurant''s culinary expertise and increasing brand visibility within the community.
- Collaborated with other cooks to maintain seamless communication during high-volume shifts, leading to improved workflow and fewer errors.
- Optimized ingredient usage, reducing waste by improving inventory management and portion control practices.
Prep Cook
Daniel's Broiler (a Schwartz Brothers Restaurant Lake Union
Seattle, WA
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- 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.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
- 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.
- Collaborated with kitchen team, effectively communicating to streamline processes and optimize workflow.
- Stocked inventory efficiently, enabling seamless transition between meal services.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Adapted quickly to changing menus and special requests, maintaining quality under pressure.
- Planned menus for different events, seasons and customer requests.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Maintained sharp and functional kitchen tools, directly impacting quality and speed of food preparation.
Lead Catering Prep Cook
Schwartz Brothers
Seattle, WA
12.1996 - 10.2014
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food production processes, improving workflow.
- Monitored inventory levels, assisting in timely restocking of supplies to prevent shortages.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Prepared ingredients for high-volume events, ensuring freshness and quality standards.
- Collaborated with team to execute menu items during peak service hours.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Planned menus for different events, seasons and customer requests.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain a fully stocked kitchen.
- Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Prepared ingredients and assembled dishes according to established recipes and specifications.
- Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Prepared ingredients for cooking, ensuring freshness and quality standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including mixers, slicers, and ovens safely and efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations, adhering to food safety regulations and sanitation practices.
- Assisted chefs in meal preparation, contributing to timely service during peak hours.
- Coordinated with team members to streamline food assembly processes for improved efficiency.
- Trained junior staff on proper food handling techniques and kitchen procedures.
- Played key role in special events catering, ensuring high-quality food production under pressure.
Prep Cook
Kingdome Stadium Seattle
Seattle, WA
01.1996 - 03.1998
- Prepared ingredients and assembled dishes according to established recipes and specifications.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Assisted chefs in food preparation, enhancing overall kitchen efficiency during high-volume events.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, adhering to proper sanitation and maintenance protocols.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Adapted quickly to changing menus and special requests, maintaining quality under pressure.
Skills
- Training new staff
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Sanitation procedures
- Stock rotation
- Food presentation
- Workstation setup
- Food storage
- Ingredient preparation
- Allergen awareness
- Sauce making
- Portion control
- Garnishing techniques
- Temperature monitoring
- Menu planning
- Special diets
- Batch cooking
- Recipe execution
- Adapting recipes
- Prep list creation
- Willingness to learn
- Quick-learning
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Cleaning and organization
- Time management
- Dependable and reliable
- Highly motivated
- Attention to detail
- Following instructions
- Efficient multitasking
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Team collaboration
- Kitchen organization
- Equipment sanitation
- Food preparation
- Safe food handling
- Chopping vegetables
- Food handling
- Cutting techniques
- Sanitation practices
- Kitchen operations
- Proper portioning
- Meat cutting
- Inventory stocking
- Measurements and weights
- Menu memorization
- Food plating
- Sauce preparation
- Recipe development
- Stock management
- Food spoilage prevention
- Ingredient inspection
- Food inspection
- Punctual and honest
- Knife safety
- Food allergy awareness
- Dish preparation
- Safe food handling procedures
- Policy and procedure compliance
- Baking techniques
- Taste testing
- Vegetable washing
- Foodservice sanitation
- Food safety oversight
- Garnish preparation
- Soup preparation
- Catering experience
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Food preparing, plating, and presentation
Timeline
Lead Prep Cook
Metropolitan Grill
12.2017 - Current
Prep Cook
Daniel's Broiler (a Schwartz Brothers Restaurant Lake Union
01.2015 - 01.2016
Lead Catering Prep Cook
Schwartz Brothers
12.1996 - 10.2014
Prep Cook
Kingdome Stadium Seattle
01.1996 - 03.1998