NOEL GONZALEZ
Merrillville,IN
Summary
Results-driven Warehouse Operations Specialist with extensive experience at Frito-Lay and over 20 years in culinary excellence at top-tier establishments including Red Lobster and Olive Garden. Recognized for enhancing operational efficiency and implementing food safety best practices, while maintaining a strong customer service orientation. Proven ability to mentor staff, streamline processes, and uphold high standards of culinary preparation. Aimed at leveraging diverse skills to drive continued success in warehouse operations or the culinary industry.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Operations
Frito-Lay
Merrillville, USA
08.2022 - Current
- Responsible for placing and organizing daily inventory for next-day deliveries.
- Responsible for loading route trucks in an efficient and timely manner, paying close attention to organization.
- Engage in constant communication with fellow team members and management daily.
- Performed daily inspections of equipment used in warehouse operations.
- Collaborated with team members on special projects related to warehouse operations.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement within the warehouse operations team.
- Developed strategies for improving efficiency in warehouse operations.
- Provided assistance in training new hires on warehouse operations.
Line Cook
Red Lobster
Merrillville, USA
09.2018 - 08.2023
- Prepare all menu items in the crab, lobster, and shrimp areas according to Red Lobster standards and specifications.
- Supervise and train new kitchen staff on proper food preparation and handling procedures, with special attention to company recipes and plate presentation.
- Contribute to consistent and smooth kitchen operations by assisting with kitchen food prep and sanitation.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
- Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment ensuring proper functioning order.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Line Cook
Olive Garden Restaurant
Merrillville, USA
09.2014 - 10.2021
- Prepare over 25 menu items per company and guest specifications for up to 400 guests per day.
- Communicate with the team to ensure quality service.
- Ensure guest satisfaction by creating picture-perfect plate presentations.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
- Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.
- Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
- Mentored and trained staff by teaching cooking skills and kitchen maintenance, improving overall quality and performance.
- Cultivated original menu items, precisely executing them to periodically refresh meal portfolio.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Performed workstation prep prior to shift start.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Washed and peeled ingredients to prepare for different meals and recipes.
- Portioned food onto plates, added garnishes and sauces and handed off to wait staff for serving.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
Skills
- Warehouse operations
- Warehouse Operations Knowledge
- Proficient Menu Recall
- Cash Management Expertise
- Food Safety Practices
- Cleanliness and hygiene
- Precision in Order Taking
- Sanitation Compliance Expertise
- Adaptability and resilience
- Table setting expertise
- Customer service focus
- Food safety understanding
- Food preparation assistance
- Detail-oriented mindset
- Allergy awareness
- Adaptability to change
- Customer service
- Culinary Preparation
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Warehouse Operations
Frito-Lay
08.2022 - Current
Line Cook
Red Lobster
09.2018 - 08.2023
Line Cook
Olive Garden Restaurant
09.2014 - 10.2021
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