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Nick Martinez

Bakersfield,CA

Summary

I was a field worker for a long time, and i also have dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Lengthwise Brewery, excelling in high-volume environments. Proven track record in training staff and maintaining exceptional food quality standards. Bilingual and highly motivated, I prioritize customer satisfaction and uphold cleanliness, ensuring a safe kitchen while delivering consistently perfect plates.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

`Line Cook

Harris BBQ
03.2025 - 05.2025
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.

Lead Line Cook

Lengthwise Brewery: The Pub
08.2022 - 02.2025
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, fostering camaraderie and a strong sense of teamwork.
  • Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
  • Trained junior cooks on proper cooking techniques, safety protocols, and kitchen etiquette, promoting a positive work environment.
  • Maintained high-quality food standards by ensuring consistent execution of recipes and presentation techniques.
  • Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
  • Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
  • Handled portion control activities according to specified instructions provided by chef.
  • Mentored new hires on company policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure seamless integration into the team.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.

Crew Member

Howie's Michelada's
02.2022 - 10.2024
  • Prep and Package our product with a sense of urgency.
  • I would keep and sanitize our work area to maintain a clean and safe kitchen.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
  • Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
  • Followed recipes and portions to a tea so we can have consistency in every package

Bird Specialist

Raising Cane's Restaurants
07.2021 - 08.2022
  • Would show up early to ensure that we had everything in order for us to have a smooth day even through the rush times.
  • Train and ensure that our new hires would follow our standards and efficiency.
  • I ensured to always have a positive attitude to make our work environment fun but still get everything done with sense of urgency.
  • Would follow the 3 P's so we serve the perfect plate or box every time, that being Portion, Placement, and Presentation.
  • Clean and sanitize our work station so that we wouldn't have cross contamination and maintain a clean work enviorment.
  • Close and scrub the kitchen every night to ensure the best restaurant image.

Education

Mt. Lukens High School
Tujunga, CA
06-2018

Skills

  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Highly motivated
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Professional attitude
  • Customer service
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Bilingual (english & spanish)
  • Not a skill but will do whats needed to get the job done

Timeline

`Line Cook

Harris BBQ
03.2025 - 05.2025

Lead Line Cook

Lengthwise Brewery: The Pub
08.2022 - 02.2025

Crew Member

Howie's Michelada's
02.2022 - 10.2024

Bird Specialist

Raising Cane's Restaurants
07.2021 - 08.2022

Mt. Lukens High School

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