Raul Rubio
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dynamic and motivated professional with a proven track record of preparing high-quality meals with precision at Five Guys. Excelled in fast-paced environments, demonstrating exceptional time management and customer service skills. Adapted quickly to new culinary techniques, ensuring kitchen efficiency and upholding stringent food safety standards.
Thrives in high-pressure kitchen environment, developing strong multitasking and time-management skills. Adept at maintaining high standards of food quality and safety while working collaboratively with team members. Looking to transition into new field by leveraging culinary expertise and commitment to delivering excellence in any role.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
Mighty Bowl
Los Angeles, CA
09.2023 - 01.2025
- Managed grill station during busy periods, effectively handling multiple orders simultaneously while maintaining quality standards.
- Maintained clean, organized grill stations for hygienic, orderly food preparation.
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment regularly.
- Efficiently managed time by prioritizing tasks according to importance and urgency.
Line Cook
Panda Express
Los Angeles, CA
02.2018 - 02.2020
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- 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.
Line Cook
Five Guys
Los Angeles
01.2016 - 05.2017
- Operated large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers or griddles.
- Cleaned, stocked, and restocked workstations and display cases.
- Enhanced food quality by ensuring proper cooking times and temperatures for various fried foods.
Team Member
The Melt
Los Angeles
01.2015 - 07.2016
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
Team Member
Little Caesars Pizza
Los Angeles
01.2014 - 05.2015
- Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
- Rolled and shaped dough to correct sizes and shapes based on orders to fit in oven and cook evenly.
- Learned and memorized menu items and specials to provide accurate and up-to-date information to kitchen staff.
- Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.
Education
High School Diploma -
Maya Angelo
Los Angeles, CA07.2015
Skills
- Time management
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Attention to detail
- Professional attitude
- Customer service
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Active listener
- Food preparation
- Food safety knowledge
- Food safety
- Cleanliness standards
- Kitchen sanitization
- Knife skills
- Kitchen sanitation
- Following cooking methods
- Deep fryer operation
- Kitchen organization
- Grilling techniques
- Food safety standards
- Portion control
Certification
- Food Safety Certification – National Registry of Food Safety Professionals.
Timeline
Line Cook
Mighty Bowl
09.2023 - 01.2025
Line Cook
Panda Express
02.2018 - 02.2020
Line Cook
Five Guys
01.2016 - 05.2017
Team Member
The Melt
01.2015 - 07.2016
Team Member
Little Caesars Pizza
01.2014 - 05.2015
High School Diploma -
Maya Angelo