Summary
Work History
Education
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Norman Reyes

Pasadena,CA

Summary

Hardworking individual bringing strong understanding of food safety and equipment oversight into daily work. Special skill leveraging terrific team management and organizational skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Dependable Kitchen Staff Member trained in multiple stations. Supports and enhances kitchen operations by flexing easily between cooking, restocking and cleaning. Highly knowledgeable about health code requirements and good stock management.

Work History

Rolling/Dough Maker

Last Crumb
Pasadena
  • Cleaned and sterilized factory processing containers and work areas to keep foods safe
  • Followed instructions and processes to maintain food and beverage integrity
  • Chose, inspected, weighed, and measured ingredients for each production run
  • Sorted final products according to specified regulatory, customer or company standards
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and organized to promote safety, productivity and team success
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.

Porter/Prep Cook

Truefood Kitchen
Pasadena
  • Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry
  • Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils
  • Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator
  • Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash
  • Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals
  • Controlled food cost and waste by selecting and using correct ingredients and amounts
  • Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers
  • Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.

Line Cook

The Counter Burger
Pasadena
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity
  • Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety
  • Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards
  • Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks
  • Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals
  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.

Education

High School Diploma -

John Muir High School
Pasadena, CA
06.2014

Skills

  • Corporate policies and requirements
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Excellent Problem-Solving
  • Very Good Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Very Good Dependable and Responsible
  • Excellent Active Listening
  • Food Preparation
  • Supply Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Physical Stamina
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Organizational Skills
  • Professionalism
  • Task Prioritization
  • Adaptability

Timeline

Rolling/Dough Maker

Last Crumb

Porter/Prep Cook

Truefood Kitchen

Line Cook

The Counter Burger

High School Diploma -

John Muir High School
Norman Reyes