Oscar Alejandro Valbuena Paez
The Bronx
Summary
Hardworking and enthusiastic Line cook trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success.
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
Temple Court
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
Mision Ceviche
Line Cook
03.2019 - 06.2021
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
Line Cook
Morimoto
03.2017 - 02.2019
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Line Cook
Park Avenue Tavern Nyc
11.2014 - 12.2016
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Education
Culinary School - Graduated
Academia Profesional Gourmet
Caracas, Los Chaguaramos06.2012
High School Diploma -
U.E.P La Ciencia
Caracas, San Bernardino08.2009
Skills
- Ingredient Preparation
- Food Presentation
- Line Management
- Portioning
- Kitchen Operations
- Server Communication
- Food Safety
- Ingredient Inspection
- Inventory Management
- Food Rotation
- Recipe Creation
- Kitchen Equipment Management
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Line Cook
Temple Court
09.2022 - 09.2023
Mision Ceviche
Line Cook
03.2019 - 06.2021
Line Cook
Morimoto
03.2017 - 02.2019
Line Cook
Park Avenue Tavern Nyc
11.2014 - 12.2016
Culinary School - Graduated
Academia Profesional Gourmet
High School Diploma -
U.E.P La Ciencia
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