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Nico Rodriguez-Hanley

Kansas City,MO

Summary

Flexible Cook willing to work weekends, holidays and evenings. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments in team setting. Background in maintaining kitchen sanitation, preparing basic components of dishes and working within team of cooks.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Cook

Messenger Coffee
12.2023 - Current
  • 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.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.

Barista

Scooters Coffee Shop
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
  • Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Managed time effectively to balance both front-of-house tasks and back-of-house responsibilities during busy periods.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure satisfaction and foster loyalty.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
  • Educated customers on coffee offerings, promoting upselling opportunities and enhancing their overall experience.
  • Supported training efforts for new hires, sharing knowledge of coffee making techniques and customer service standards.
  • Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.
  • Prepared specialty drinks such as cappuccinos, lattes and mochas.

Fry Cook

Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
08.2022 - 07.2023
  • Operated large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers or griddles.
  • Cleaned, stocked, and restocked workstations and display cases.
  • Enhanced food quality by ensuring proper cooking times and temperatures for various fried foods.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Operated fryers and grills by pouring oil and placing food items on surface to fry or grill.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations with effective time management and multitasking skills.
  • Tested temperatures of food at specified intervals by using food thermometers.
  • Maintained strict adherence to food safety standards, ensuring proper handling and storage of ingredients.
  • Marinated food items according to provided instructions and recipes.
  • Continuously updated knowledge of frying techniques, equipment, and best practices to optimize performance in the role.
  • Managed kitchen staff to supervise preparation of foods and explain steps for readying specialty items.
  • Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS

High School Diploma -

Shawnee Mission East High School
Prairie Village, KS
05.2018

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Highly motivated
  • Professional Attitude
  • Active listener
  • Food Preparation
  • Food Safety

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Line Cook

Messenger Coffee
12.2023 - Current

Barista

Scooters Coffee Shop
09.2023 - 12.2023

Fry Cook

Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
08.2022 - 07.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Kansas

High School Diploma -

Shawnee Mission East High School

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