Pedro Cervantes
Columbus,OH
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. Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development. Talented Cook with excellent experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with cashiers and kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking with up-to-date food handling permit. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level line cook position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
First Community Village
01.2022 - Current
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality dishes in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Mastered various cooking techniques, broadening menu offerings and introducing innovative dishes.
- Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Supported head chef during high-volume periods by efficiently executing complex tasks with precision under pressure.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Line Cook
Wedgewood Golf & Country Club
02.2021 - 04.2023
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
Line Cook
Cimi's Bistro At Pinnacle
09.2015 - 02.2021
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
- Verified proper portion sizes to consistently attain high food quality standards.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
Line Cook
Columbus Fish Market
12.2014 - 01.2019
- Implemented effective waste reduction strategies, minimizing food costs and supporting sustainable practices.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
Education
PREPA 6
Oaxaca Mexico 01.1997
Skills
- Portioning
- Food Rotation
- Food Safety
- Food Presentation
- Garnishing
- Knife Skills
- Kitchen Station Setup
- Following Cooking Methods
- Professional Attitude
- Cleaning and Organization
- Attention to Detail
- Food Preparation
- Kitchen Sanitization
- Quality Control
- Kitchen Sanitation
- Kitchen Organization
- Stock Rotation
- Meat Cutting
- Recipe Creation
- Sauce Preparation
- Soup preparation
- Frying techniques
- Recipe adaptation
- Sanitization
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Line Cook
First Community Village
01.2022 - Current
Line Cook
Wedgewood Golf & Country Club
02.2021 - 04.2023
Line Cook
Cimi's Bistro At Pinnacle
09.2015 - 02.2021
Line Cook
Columbus Fish Market
12.2014 - 01.2019
PREPA 6
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