Pedro Sanchez
Kissimmee
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Papi’s Gordo Cafe, excelling in food preparation and customer service. Proven track record in managing kitchen operations, enhancing customer satisfaction, and training staff. Recognized for attention to detail and maintaining high food quality standards while ensuring safe food handling practices in fast-paced environments.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook's Assistant
Jalisco's Bar & Grill
- Supported overall restaurant success through cross-training in various positions when necessary to provide adequate coverage during busy times.
- Assisted in menu planning and development, incorporating guest feedback and industry trends to keep offerings fresh and appealing.
- Contributed to positive workplace culture by fostering open communication among team members and addressing issues proactively before they escalated.
- Upheld strict adherence to company policies regarding food handling practices, employee conduct, and dress code requirements.
Cook Shift Leader
Main Street Café
08.2022 - 03.2025
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to health department standards for safety and sanitation.
- Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities by overseeing multiple cooking stations simultaneously while maintaining quality control standards.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Successfully managed inventory and reduced waste by carefully monitoring food usage and rotating stock.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality meals in a timely manner.
- Trained and mentored new cooks, resulting in increased productivity and improved teamwork within the kitchen staff.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, maintaining focus on completing tasks efficiently without compromising quality.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Managed kitchen budget for supplies and labor hours, consistently meeting targets.
Master Cook
Papi’s Gordo Cafe
01.2018 - 06.2020
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to health department standards for safety and sanitation.
- Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities by overseeing multiple cooking stations simultaneously while maintaining quality control standards.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Successfully managed inventory and reduced waste by carefully monitoring food usage and rotating stock.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality meals in a timely manner.
- Trained and mentored new cooks, resulting in increased productivity and improved teamwork within the kitchen staff.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, maintaining focus on completing tasks efficiently without compromising quality.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Managed kitchen budget for supplies and labor hours, consistently meeting targets.
Education
Electric -
San Juan Technical College
San Juan,PR04.1997
General Degree -
Maestro Lady Martinez
Vega Alta,PR05.1994
Skills
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Attention to detail
- Food preparation
- Ingredient preparation
- Safe food handling
- Customer service
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cook Shift Leader
Main Street Café
08.2022 - 03.2025
Master Cook
Papi’s Gordo Cafe
01.2018 - 06.2020
Cook's Assistant
Jalisco's Bar & Grill
Electric -
San Juan Technical College
General Degree -
Maestro Lady Martinez
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