Rene Ramirez
Orange,CA
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with a proven track record at Nordstrom, excelling in high-pressure environments. Expert in food handling and kitchen organization, consistently delivering exceptional customer service. Recognized for maintaining cleanliness and safety standards while efficiently managing multiple orders, ensuring quality and satisfaction in every dish prepared.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Nordstom
03.2023 - 01.2025
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Groundsmen
BrightView Landscape
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality landscaping services and maintaining clear communication throughout the project.
- Maintained safe working environments by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
Cook
Rocking Baja Lobster
03.2016 - 08.2019
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Back Bay High School
Cost, TX06.2013
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Multitasking and organization
- Kitchen organization
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cook
Nordstom
03.2023 - 01.2025
Groundsmen
BrightView Landscape
08.2019 - 08.2021
Cook
Rocking Baja Lobster
03.2016 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
Back Bay High School
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