Raul Miranda
cook
Turlock,CA
Summary
Dedicated culinary professional with over 30 years of experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Expertise in food safety compliance, culinary teamwork, and time management. Prepared to enhance kitchen operations and elevate dining experiences.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Pit Master
Big Vic's BBQ
Turlock, California
03.2023 - Current
- Prepared and seasoned meats using traditional barbecue techniques.
- Operated smokers and grills to achieve consistent cooking results.
- Monitored food safety standards throughout cooking and serving processes.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen and cooking equipment daily.
- Kept work area clean and organized throughout shift.
- Carved large pieces of meat into smaller, more manageable portions for customers.
- Responsible for tending to the smoker and ensuring proper temperature levels are maintained.
- Cleaned grills after use to maintain hygiene standards set by health department regulations.
Line Cook
Red Steer Restaurant
Turlock, California
07.1990 - 06.2023
- Operated kitchen equipment, ensuring proper use and maintenance.
- Collaborated with team to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Followed food safety guidelines to maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on cooking techniques and procedures.
- Managed inventory levels by monitoring stock and placing orders as needed.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
Education
High School Diploma -
Turlock High School
Turlock, CA06-1993
Skills
- Meat preparation
- Smoker operation
- Food safety
- Grilling techniques
- Equipment maintenance
- Culinary teamwork
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Dry rub creation
- Meat smoking expertise
- Smoke flavor profiling
- Food safety compliance
Timeline
Pit Master
Big Vic's BBQ
03.2023 - Current
Line Cook
Red Steer Restaurant
07.1990 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
Turlock High School