Pedro Lugo
131 Cerrito Ave 2 Redwood City
Summary
Detail-oriented prep cook with expertise in food preparation, kitchen safety, and customer service. Proven ability to maintain cleanliness and train new employees, contributing to a high standard of food quality and customer satisfaction.
Adaptable kitchen professional known for effective communication and training capabilities. Experienced in food handling and safety protocols, with a commitment to maintaining cleanliness and high food quality standards.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
2017
2017
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Prep Cook
Sandwich Spot
Redwood City, California
03.2025 - Current
- Prepared ingredients by washing, chopping, and measuring for daily sandwich production.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen stations and equipment according to health standards.
- Assisted chefs in assembling sandwiches and ensuring proper presentation for customers.
- Followed recipes and portion guidelines to create consistent sandwich offerings daily.
- Operated kitchen tools like slicers and grills safely and efficiently during meal preparation.
- Stocked supplies and organized inventory to maintain efficient kitchen workflow.
- Adhered to safety protocols while handling food items and using kitchen equipment.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment as required for meal preparation.
- Checked freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
- Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
- Assisted in serving meals to customers as needed.
- Helped train and develop new talent.
- Completed special orders according to customer dietary needs.
Oil Change Technician
Oil stop
San Mateo, California
09.2024 - Current
- Performed oil changes efficiently following safety protocols and company guidelines.
- Inspected vehicles for leaks and other issues prior to servicing.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and tools to ensure safety standards.
- Operated equipment for oil extraction and disposal in compliance with regulations.
- Trained new technicians on proper procedures and equipment usage.
- Checked fluid levels, replaced filters, and topped off fluids as necessary.
- Kept shop area neat and clean by removing debris and safely disposing of used oil.
- Drained motor oil, changed oil filters and greased chassis fittings.
- Ensured all tools were properly stored after use for safety purposes.
- Adjusted tire pressure on vehicles and warned customers of leaks and tire damage.
- Repaired or replaced worn or broken parts such as hoses, belts, and spark plugs.
- Performed complete vehicle maintenance inspections and tapped off fluid levels.
Education
Los Altos High School
Los Altos, CASkills
- Food preparation
- Kitchen safety
- Recipe execution
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- New employee training
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Cleanliness maintenance
- Multitasking abilities
- Communication skills
- Workstation maintenance
- Food handling
- Slicing techniques
- Dependable and reliable
- Kitchen organization
- Food waste reduction
- Chopping vegetables
- Following instructions
- Menu understanding
- Vegetable washing
- Knife skills
- Cross-contamination prevention
- Food plating
- Food processing
- Willingness to learn
- Food safety oversight
- Quick-learning
- Food presentation
- Cleaning and organization
- Menu memorization
- Food allergy awareness
- Sanitation practices
- Recipe reading
- Flexible schedule
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Prep Cook
Sandwich Spot
03.2025 - Current
Oil Change Technician
Oil stop
09.2024 - Current
Los Altos High School