Reinaldo Ortiz Pacheco
Bridgeport,CT
Summary
Alert Receiving Associate with extensive knowledge of warehouse organization and safety. Committed to high-quality department operations with strong knowledge of shipping documents and quality assurance protocols. Successful at collaborating with other team members to facilitate scheduling and accurate inventory management. As for my kitchen experienced I am a talented Cook with excellent experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with cashiers and kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Receiving Associate
Right Choice Fulfillment
09.2024 - Current
- Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Unloaded pallets and deliveries and organized products in warehouse.
- Recorded regular progress and issues with products.
- Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
- Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
- Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
- Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
Line Cook
Brooklawn Country Club
05.2024 - 06.2024
- It was a seasonal job
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
Cook
La Parada Del Sandwichon
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
- Planned menus for different events, seasons and customer requests.
- Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
Line Cook
Casita De Campo
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
Grill Cook
Aztec Grill & Grocery
11.2018 - 12.2019
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Checked freshness and quality of ingredients.
- Used cost-saving measures to maximize profits.
- Created innovative recipes to increase customer satisfaction.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to address customer complaints.
- Prepared meals according to customer specifications.
- Adhered to strict food safety regulations and hygiene standards.
- Modified recipes according to dietary requirements.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Restocked stations and supplies during slower periods between rushes.
- Verified accurate portioning of food items and garnishes.
- Performed daily food preparation tasks by chopping, slicing and dicing various food and ingredients.
- Operated and maintained grills, fryers and other cooking equipment.
- Worked closely with other kitchen staff to facilitate timely completion of orders.
Education
Culinary Arts & Food Service - Culinary Arts
Lincoln Technical Institute - Shelton
Shelton, CT09.2019
Skills
- Pallet jack proficiency
- Warehouse Safety
- Heavy Lifting
- Communication abilities
- Order Picking
- Shipping and receiving
- Attention to Detail
- Punctual and Reliable
- Safety Procedures
- Ingredient Preparation
- Ingredient inspection
- Line Management
- Food presentation
- Food rotation
- Kitchen Organization
Timeline
Receiving Associate
Right Choice Fulfillment
09.2024 - Current
Line Cook
Brooklawn Country Club
05.2024 - 06.2024
Cook
La Parada Del Sandwichon
10.2022 - 07.2023
Line Cook
Casita De Campo
06.2022 - 07.2023
Grill Cook
Aztec Grill & Grocery
11.2018 - 12.2019
Culinary Arts & Food Service - Culinary Arts
Lincoln Technical Institute - Shelton
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