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Raymond Padilla
Oakley,CA
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
2021
years of professional experience
Work History
Applebee's
Line Cook
Job overview
- Educated employees on best practices for food safety, hygiene, and equipment maintenance.
- Simultaneously prepared multiple orders during peak periods with high accuracy.
- Adhered to stock management schedule to ensure product freshness.
- Produced uniform dishes daily with precision and quality.
- Stored unused food in appropriate containers to prevent spoilage.
- Sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces to prevent cross-contamination.
- Cooked meats and seafood according to customer preferences.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Handled diverse kitchen equipment, adhering to operational guidelines to ensure safety.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
- Adhered to health, safety, and sanitation protocols during food preparation and service.
- Managed inventory and ordered food and supplies to maintain adequate stock.
- Ensured food quality and presentation met high standards.
- Evaluated food quality through tasting, smelling, and piercing with fork.
- Rotated stock to maintain freshness of food and ingredients.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen through daily tasks.
- Designed strategies to enhance financial and operational goals in catering and retail food services.
Ibarra's Landscaping and Concrete Pittsburg , CA
Landscaping Manager
07.2005 - 10.2020
Job overview
- Monitored and evaluated condition of trees, shrubs, lawns and flowerbeds.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
- Inspected gardens for pests, weeds and diseases.
- Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
- Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
- Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
- Utilized lawn striping methods for healthy grass growing and appearance.
Round Table Pizza, Inc
Pizza Chef Assistant
03.2017 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Coached new workers on store policies, pizza making, and dough preparation.
- Wiped down counters and food prep stations using bleach and clean cloths.
- Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.
- Handled cash register operations by applying coupons, giving customer totals, and processing cash and credit card payments.
- Monitored pizzas throughout cooking process to deliver correct doneness and prevent burning or undercooking.
- Used pizza cutter to slice pizzas according to size and customer specifications.
- Rolled and shaped dough to correct sizes and shapes based on orders to fit in oven and cook evenly.
- Maintained pizza-making and kitchen equipment to keep items in good working condition and kitchen operating smoothly.
- Tracked inventory of ingredients and supplies to keep kitchen well stocked and meet product and service demands.
- Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
- Learned and memorized menu items and specials to provide accurate and up-to-date information to kitchen staff.
- Followed food safety and sanitation guidelines to prevent foodborne illnesses and promote customer health and safety.
- Handled customer complaints professionally to prevent negative reviews or loss of business.
- Pushed, pulled and transported large loads and objects.
- Trained new staff on food preparation and safety procedures.
- Maintained high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Lifted and carried heavy materials.
- Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Operated food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
Sizzler Restaurant
Line Cook
10.2015 - 01.2017
Job overview
- 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.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
PF Changs Restaurant
Grill Master
02.2011 - 09.2013
Job overview
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Provided support to crew members through all facets of food preparation and delivery.
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment regularly.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Established and maintained productive staff relationships for positive working environments.
- Provided support to crew members, facilitating quick food preparation and delivery.
- Maintained clean, organized grill stations for hygienic, orderly food preparation.
- Restocked stations and supplies during slower periods between rushes.
- Monitored food temperatures for proper cooking and safe consumption.
- Performed daily food preparation tasks by chopping, slicing and dicing various food and ingredients.
- Checked freshness and quality of ingredients.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to address customer complaints.
- Trained new team members on kitchen operations and safety protocols.
- Adhered to strict food safety regulations and hygiene standards.
- Operated and maintained grills, fryers and other cooking equipment.
Oreck
Vacuum Technician
06.2008 - 04.2010
Job overview
- Diagnosed and repaired problems with electrical and mechanical systems.
- Tended to machines, troubleshot malfunctions and completed basic repairs to keep equipment fully functional and well-maintained.
- Patched holes, sewed tears and ripped seams or darned defects using needles and thread or sewing machines.
- Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
- Demonstrated to customers proper methods for operating equipment after it had been installed.
- Followed established procedures for inspection of belts, drives and motors, performing needed maintenance.
- Cleaned stains from fabric or garments using spray guns and cleaning fluid.
- Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
- Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
- Spread out articles or materials and examined for holes, tears and other defects.
- Managed maintenance activities, supervised staff, and inspected equipment.
- Inspected, evaluated and calibrated electrical and mechanical systems and components.
- Checked, repaired and repacked survival equipment to meet specifications.
- Trimmed cut or torn fabric using scissors or knives and stitched trimmed edges together.
- Maintained strong focus on safety and efficiency to provide comprehensive support to personnel performing skilled repairs.
- Researched and implemented new technologies and equipment.
- Stamped grommets into canvas using mallets and punches or eyelet machines.
- Liaised with internal departments to optimize productivity and efficiency.
Education
Pittsburg High Pittsburg, CA
High School Diploma from General Studies
06.2007
Skills
- Prep work
- Ingredient inspection
- Recipe preparation
- Portioning
- Food presentation
- Bilingual
- Fluent Spanish
- Fluent English
- Food rotation
- Ingredient preparation
- Special dietary requirements
- Highly motivated
- Recipe adaptation
- Kitchen sanitation
- Cleaning and organization
- Attention to detail
- Deep fryer operation
- Ordering and stocking
- Stock rotation
- Food storage procedures
- Portion control
- Dish preparation
- Problem-solving
- Ingredients measuring
- Equipment maintenance
- Line station oversight
- Food safety
- Contamination control
- Food allergen safety
- Line management
- Punctual and honest
- Food plating
- Kitchen organization
- Kitchen equipment management
- Sauce preparation
- Ingredient stocking
- Grilling techniques
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Kitchen station setup
- Food preparation
- Active listener
- Customer service
- Quality control
- Recipe adherence
- Kitchen sanitization
- Prepared foods plating
- Food spoilage prevention
- Foodservice sanitation
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Professional attitude
- Food safety knowledge
- Kitchen operations
- Food safety standards
- Time management
- Meat cutting
- Grill operation
- Inventory management
- Menu item memorization
- Knife skills
- Food storage
- Pest control
- Maintenance
- Heavy machinery
- Landscaping planning
- Site assessment
- Irrigation systems
- Performance improvement
- Maintenance planning
- Design skills
- Water management
- Computer skills
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Pizza Chef Assistant
Round Table Pizza, Inc
03.2017 - 08.2019
Line Cook
Sizzler Restaurant
10.2015 - 01.2017
Grill Master
PF Changs Restaurant
02.2011 - 09.2013
Vacuum Technician
Oreck
06.2008 - 04.2010
Landscaping Manager
Ibarra's Landscaping and Concrete
07.2005 - 10.2020
Pittsburg High
High School Diploma from General Studies
Line Cook
Applebee's
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