Noe Cortez
Jackson Heights, Queens,NY
Summary
Adept at multitasking and maintaining high standards of sanitation, I excelled as a Main Grill Cook at villa Erasmo restaurante and Oliver's Astoria where my innovative dishes significantly enhanced customer satisfaction. My strong collaboration skills and proficiency in grill operation and food preparation have consistently contributed to my teams' success, underscoring my commitment to culinary excellence and teamwork.
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
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge
05.2024 - Current
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Verified proper portion sizes to consistently attain high food quality standards.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen through daily tasks.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workstation.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Line Cook
Jean's at Laffayete Restaurant
02.2024 - 12.2024
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Verified proper portion sizes to consistently attain high food quality standards.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Collaborated with chef to develop new menu items, leading to increased diner interest and sales.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
Main Grill Cook
Oliver's Astoria
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Adapted recipes as needed based on dietary restrictions or special requests from customers, ensuring a personalized dining experience for all guests.
- Collaborated with other kitchen staff to create innovative dishes that consistently received positive feedback from customers.
- Completed daily food preparation and expedited service during bustling business hours.
- Followed proper food handling procedures established by Area of certification.
- Maintained consistent cooking temperatures, producing perfectly cooked dishes with minimal wait times for guests.
- Ensured grill stations remained clean and organized.
Prep Cook
5 Acres Restaurant
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
- Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
Line Cook
Verónika Fotografiska,museum,NY
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted in developing new menu items to reflect restaurant's style and standards.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Verified proper portion sizes to consistently attain high food quality standards.
- 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 and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
Line Cook
Boucherie West Village
02.2021 - 05.2022
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
Main Grill Cook
Villa Erasmo, Restaurant
02.2016 - 01.2021
- Adapted recipes as needed based on dietary restrictions or special requests from customers, ensuring a personalized dining experience for all guests.
- Collaborated with other kitchen staff to create innovative dishes that consistently received positive feedback from customers.
- Demonstrated versatility by adeptly preparing various types of cuisine according to changing menu requirements.
- Utilized creative plating techniques to enhance visual appeal of dishes and entice customer interest in menu offerings.
- Established strong relationships with local vendors, securing fresh ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses.
- Completed daily food preparation and expedited service during bustling business hours.
- Mentored junior cooks, imparting valuable skills and techniques to improve overall team performance.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
Education
Brooklyn International High School
49 Flatbush Ave Ext, Brooklyn, NY 11201Skills
- Attention to detail
- Frying
- Sanitization
- Food handling
- Food preparing, plating, and presentation
- Multi_task effectively
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Punctual and honest
- Grill operation
- Recipe preparation
- Foodservice sanitation
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Prep work
- Soup preparation
- Salad preparation
- Roasting techniques
- Sauce preparation
- Garnishing
- Appetizer preparation
- Entree preparation
- Sauce making
- Menu item memorization
- Meat cutting
- Grilling techniques
- Quality control
- Deep fryer operation
- Knife skills
- Team coordination
- Professional attitude
- Highly motivated
Timeline
Line Cook
1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge
05.2024 - Current
Line Cook
Jean's at Laffayete Restaurant
02.2024 - 12.2024
Main Grill Cook
Oliver's Astoria
08.2023 - 01.2024
Prep Cook
5 Acres Restaurant
01.2023 - 08.2023
Line Cook
Verónika Fotografiska,museum,NY
06.2022 - 12.2022
Line Cook
Boucherie West Village
02.2021 - 05.2022
Main Grill Cook
Villa Erasmo, Restaurant
02.2016 - 01.2021
Brooklyn International High School
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