Robert Hernandez
Burton,MI
Summary
Creative candidate well-versed in preparing meals in a high-volume restaurant environment. Skilled in preparing traditional and international dishes while adhering to food safety regulations. Proven ability to deliver excellent customer service and ensure efficient operations.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Dish/prep
Boston Pizza
Fenton, MI
01.2025 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
COOK
Taco Bell
Burton, MI, USA
10.2023 - 12.2024
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment, appliances, and utensils.
- Demonstrated ability to work quickly and accurately in high-pressure environments.
- Cooked food according to recipes set by establishment.
- Perform work on register when needed.
- Labeled and dated food, keeping industrial refrigerators and freezers neat and orderly.
- Washed and sanitized hands throughout shift, promoting food safety and health requirements.
- Monitored food items, maintaining minimum guidelines for temperature, taste, and quality.
COOK
Taco Bell
Burton, MI, USA
10.2023 - 12.2024
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment, appliances, and utensils.
- Demonstrated ability to work quickly and accurately in high-pressure environments.
- Cooked food according to recipes set by establishment.
- Perform work on register when needed.
- Labeled and dated food, keeping industrial refrigerators and freezers neat and orderly.
- Washed and sanitized hands throughout shift, promoting food safety and health requirements.
- Monitored food items, maintaining minimum guidelines for temperature, taste, and quality.
COOK
Buddy's Pizza
Auburn Hills, MI, USA
09.2020 - 10.2023
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment, appliances, and utensils.
- Demonstrated ability to work quickly and accurately in high-pressure environments.
- Cooked food according to recipes set by establishment.
- Prioritized and ensured food orders were fulfilled in a timely manner.
- Complete other duties and/or responsibilities as assigned.
- Exceeding customer expectations and implementing customer feedback into daily operations.
- Updated menu per customer requests.
- Provide on-the-job training when needed, mentor and supervise work.
- Labeled and dated food, keeping industrial refrigerators and freezers neat and orderly.
- Washed and sanitized hands throughout shift, promoting food safety and health requirements.
- Prepared large quantities of food items according to recipes or specific customer orders.
- Monitored food items, maintaining minimum guidelines for temperature, taste, and quality.
- Stored and rotated food products properly, maintaining freshness.
- Assisted with food prep tasks, maximizing downtime during off-peak periods.
- Maintained temperatures of food products to reduce illness or waste.
- Stocked and maintained sufficient levels of products to drive smooth food service.
- Monitored food preparation to ensure proper cooking techniques were utilized.
- Followed recipes set by establishment to meet nutritional requirements.
- Managed inventory levels of ingredients and supplies necessary for daily operations.
- Utilized sanitary methods to handle, prepare and serve food.
- Stocked, rotated and faced products with attention to product quality and expiration dates.
COOK
Buddy's Pizza
Auburn Hills, MI, USA
09.2020 - 10.2023
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment, appliances, and utensils.
- Demonstrated ability to work quickly and accurately in high-pressure environments.
- Cooked food according to recipes set by establishment.
- Prioritized and ensured food orders were fulfilled in a timely manner.
- Complete other duties and/or responsibilities as assigned.
- Exceeding customer expectations and implementing customer feedback into daily operations.
- Updated menu per customer requests.
- Provide on-the-job training when needed, mentor and supervise work.
- Labeled and dated food, keeping industrial refrigerators and freezers neat and orderly.
- Washed and sanitized hands throughout shift, promoting food safety and health requirements.
- Prepared large quantities of food items according to recipes or specific customer orders.
- Monitored food items, maintaining minimum guidelines for temperature, taste, and quality.
- Stored and rotated food products properly, maintaining freshness.
- Assisted with food prep tasks, maximizing downtime during off-peak periods.
- Maintained temperatures of food products to reduce illness or waste.
- Stocked and maintained sufficient levels of products to drive smooth food service.
- Monitored food preparation to ensure proper cooking techniques were utilized.
- Followed recipes set by establishment to meet nutritional requirements.
- Managed inventory levels of ingredients and supplies necessary for daily operations.
- Utilized sanitary methods to handle, prepare and serve food.
- Stocked, rotated and faced products with attention to product quality and expiration dates.
COOK
Bahama Breeze
Troy, MI, USA
08.2017 - 09.2020
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment, appliances, and utensils.
- Demonstrated ability to work quickly and accurately in high-pressure environments.
- Cooked food according to recipes set by establishment.
- Labeled and dated food, keeping industrial refrigerators and freezers neat and orderly.
- Monitored food items, maintaining minimum guidelines for temperature, taste, and quality.
- Assisted with food prep tasks, maximizing downtime during off-peak periods.
- Followed recipes set by establishment to meet nutritional requirements.
- Stocked, rotated and faced products with attention to product quality and expiration dates.
- Removed trash and cleaned kitchen garbage containers.
COOK
Bahama Breeze
Troy, MI, USA
08.2017 - 09.2020
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment, appliances, and utensils.
- Demonstrated ability to work quickly and accurately in high-pressure environments.
- Cooked food according to recipes set by establishment.
- Labeled and dated food, keeping industrial refrigerators and freezers neat and orderly.
- Monitored food items, maintaining minimum guidelines for temperature, taste, and quality.
- Assisted with food prep tasks, maximizing downtime during off-peak periods.
- Followed recipes set by establishment to meet nutritional requirements.
- Stocked, rotated and faced products with attention to product quality and expiration dates.
- Removed trash and cleaned kitchen garbage containers.
COOK, MANAGER
Taco Bell
Auburn Hills, MI, USA
05.2014 - 01.2017
- Led inventory control efforts to reduce costs and ensure efficient use of supplies.
- Maximized profits by controlling labor costs, product waste, and portion sizes.
- Established standard operating procedures for all cooking processes.
- Managed scheduling conflicts between staff members while adhering to budgetary guidelines.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner while maintaining high standards of service.
- Met company standards by complying with food and physical safety programs.
- Worked side by side with kitchen staff to deliver top-quality meals.
- Managed daily activities and schedules of cooks, dishwashers and prep support.
- Scheduled and received deliveries and verified goods received against paperwork.
COOK, MANAGER
Taco Bell
Auburn Hills, MI, USA
05.2014 - 01.2017
- Led inventory control efforts to reduce costs and ensure efficient use of supplies.
- Maximized profits by controlling labor costs, product waste, and portion sizes.
- Established standard operating procedures for all cooking processes.
- Managed scheduling conflicts between staff members while adhering to budgetary guidelines.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner while maintaining high standards of service.
- Met company standards by complying with food and physical safety programs.
- Worked side by side with kitchen staff to deliver top-quality meals.
- Managed daily activities and schedules of cooks, dishwashers and prep support.
- Scheduled and received deliveries and verified goods received against paperwork.
FRY COOK
Toby Keiths
Auburn Hills, MI, USA
06.2013 - 09.2015
- Maintained cleanliness of the kitchen area, Cooked and prepared variety of fried food including countertops, floors, walls and appliances according to production guidelines.
- Cultivated positive relationships with coworkers through teamwork-oriented approach to daily tasks.
- Showed commitment to customer service excellence by responding promptly to customer inquiries or complaints.
- Managed multiple orders simultaneously while maintaining accuracy in order fulfillment.
- Cleaned, stocked, and restocked workstations and display cases.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
FRY COOK
Toby Keiths
Auburn Hills, MI, USA
06.2013 - 09.2015
- Maintained cleanliness of the kitchen area, Cooked and prepared variety of fried food including countertops, floors, walls and appliances according to production guidelines.
- Cultivated positive relationships with coworkers through teamwork-oriented approach to daily tasks.
- Showed commitment to customer service excellence by responding promptly to customer inquiries or complaints.
- Managed multiple orders simultaneously while maintaining accuracy in order fulfillment.
- Cleaned, stocked, and restocked workstations and display cases.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
ACTING HEAD LINE COOK
Aramark
Auburn Hills, MI, USA
02.2006 - 11.2012
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff in proper food handling, preparation techniques, and safety protocols.
- Monitored food production costs to ensure optimal utilization of resources without compromising quality standards.
- Took initiative to identify areas for improvement within the kitchen operations.
- Maintained a positive attitude when working under pressure in fast paced environments.
- Created attractive plate presentations that exceeded customer expectations.
- Worked with other members of the kitchen staff to ensure efficient service.
- Memorized restaurant recipes to accurately and quickly prepare dishes.
- Utilized grills, fryers and ovens to heat food to appropriate serving temperatures.
- Maintained knowledge of menu items and ingredients to meet customer requests and dietary restrictions.
- Trained newly hired line workers regarding store recipes and policies.
- Stored and organized ingredients into fridges and bins.
- Measured ingredients for recipes and portioned servings.
- Maintained sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.
- Cleaned, stocked, and restocked workstations and display cases.
- Washed, cut and prepared foods designated for cooking.
- Took food and drink orders and received payment from customers.
ACTING HEAD LINE COOK
Aramark
Auburn Hills, MI, USA
02.2006 - 11.2012
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff in proper food handling, preparation techniques, and safety protocols.
- Monitored food production costs to ensure optimal utilization of resources without compromising quality standards.
- Took initiative to identify areas for improvement within the kitchen operations.
- Maintained a positive attitude when working under pressure in fast paced environments.
- Created attractive plate presentations that exceeded customer expectations.
- Worked with other members of the kitchen staff to ensure efficient service.
- Memorized restaurant recipes to accurately and quickly prepare dishes.
- Utilized grills, fryers and ovens to heat food to appropriate serving temperatures.
- Maintained knowledge of menu items and ingredients to meet customer requests and dietary restrictions.
- Trained newly hired line workers regarding store recipes and policies.
- Stored and organized ingredients into fridges and bins.
- Measured ingredients for recipes and portioned servings.
- Maintained sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.
- Cleaned, stocked, and restocked workstations and display cases.
- Washed, cut and prepared foods designated for cooking.
- Took food and drink orders and received payment from customers.
COOK TRAINER
Ruby Tuesday
Waterford, MI, USA
04.2002 - 08.2006
- Instructed employees on proper use of equipment including ovens, stoves, grills, fryers.
- Adhered to company policies regarding scheduling shifts, attendance requirements.
- Monitored progress of trainees throughout the program to identify areas needing improvement or additional instruction.
- Evaluated performance of cooks during training sessions and provided feedback to improve their skills.
- Utilized a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, demonstrations, role-playing, simulations, hands-on exercises and group discussions.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to determine potential areas for improvement in service quality.
- Provided guidance on proper sanitation procedures for safe handling of food items.
- Identified skill gaps among existing staff members and developed individualized training plans accordingly.
- Created detailed lesson plans to ensure all trainees received the same information and instruction.
- Motivated trainees by setting achievable goals and recognizing accomplishments along the way.
COOK TRAINER
Ruby Tuesday
Waterford, MI, USA
04.2002 - 08.2006
- Instructed employees on proper use of equipment including ovens, stoves, grills, fryers.
- Adhered to company policies regarding scheduling shifts, attendance requirements.
- Monitored progress of trainees throughout the program to identify areas needing improvement or additional instruction.
- Evaluated performance of cooks during training sessions and provided feedback to improve their skills.
- Utilized a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, demonstrations, role-playing, simulations, hands-on exercises and group discussions.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to determine potential areas for improvement in service quality.
- Provided guidance on proper sanitation procedures for safe handling of food items.
- Identified skill gaps among existing staff members and developed individualized training plans accordingly.
- Created detailed lesson plans to ensure all trainees received the same information and instruction.
- Motivated trainees by setting achievable goals and recognizing accomplishments along the way.
STOCKER
Pontiac Silverdome
Pontiac, MI, USA
05.1998 - 06.2000
- Stocked shelves during store hours, maintaining clean and presentable work areas to reduce hazards.
- Provided assistance to customers with locating items.
- Maintained a clean and orderly work environment.
- Assisted in unloading trucks, checking in merchandise, and transporting products to appropriate locations within the store.
- Complied with all company policies and procedures.
- Managed daily replenishment activities including ordering, stocking, and merchandising of products.
- Stocked shelves, racks, and cases with new or transferred merchandise.
- Cleaned display cases, shelves, and aisles.
- Disposed of damaged or defective items.
- Packed and unpacked items to be stocked on shelves in stockrooms, warehouses, and storage yards.
STOCKER
Pontiac Silverdome
Pontiac, MI, USA
05.1998 - 06.2000
- Stocked shelves during store hours, maintaining clean and presentable work areas to reduce hazards.
- Provided assistance to customers with locating items.
- Maintained a clean and orderly work environment.
- Assisted in unloading trucks, checking in merchandise, and transporting products to appropriate locations within the store.
- Complied with all company policies and procedures.
- Managed daily replenishment activities including ordering, stocking, and merchandising of products.
- Stocked shelves, racks, and cases with new or transferred merchandise.
- Cleaned display cases, shelves, and aisles.
- Disposed of damaged or defective items.
- Packed and unpacked items to be stocked on shelves in stockrooms, warehouses, and storage yards.
DISHWASHER, COOK
Max & Ermas
Rochester Hills, MI, USA
07.1994 - 03.2000
- Performed daily cleaning duties including mopping floors, wiping counters, disposing of trash, and washing walls.
- Kept work area and equipment clean throughout shift.
- Cleaned and sanitized all dishes, utensils, and equipment as required by health department regulations.
- Handled dishwashing tasks to provide kitchen with steady supply of clean pots, pans, and cooking utensils.
- Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision while maintaining a high level of productivity.
- Maintained the highest standards of cleanliness in the kitchen area at all times.
- Loaded and unloaded dishwasher promptly to keep good stock of clean dishes.
- Handled glassware and dishware safely to eliminate breakage.
- Cleaned and restocked wash area after each shift.
- Set up dish stations, dish machines and sinks.
- Kept dish room clean and organized using plate ware decoy system.
- Swept and kept washroom floor dry throughout each shift.
- Reported any maintenance or repair needs to management immediately.
- Washed pots, pans, trays, utensils and other kitchen items.
- Swept and scrubbed floors to maintain clean kitchen space.
- Loaded dirty dishes into commercial dishwashers for cleaning.
DISHWASHER, COOK
Max & Ermas
Rochester Hills, MI, USA
07.1994 - 03.2000
- Performed daily cleaning duties including mopping floors, wiping counters, disposing of trash, and washing walls.
- Kept work area and equipment clean throughout shift.
- Cleaned and sanitized all dishes, utensils, and equipment as required by health department regulations.
- Handled dishwashing tasks to provide kitchen with steady supply of clean pots, pans, and cooking utensils.
- Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision while maintaining a high level of productivity.
- Maintained the highest standards of cleanliness in the kitchen area at all times.
- Loaded and unloaded dishwasher promptly to keep good stock of clean dishes.
- Handled glassware and dishware safely to eliminate breakage.
- Cleaned and restocked wash area after each shift.
- Set up dish stations, dish machines and sinks.
- Kept dish room clean and organized using plate ware decoy system.
- Swept and kept washroom floor dry throughout each shift.
- Reported any maintenance or repair needs to management immediately.
- Washed pots, pans, trays, utensils and other kitchen items.
- Swept and scrubbed floors to maintain clean kitchen space.
- Loaded dirty dishes into commercial dishwashers for cleaning.
DISHWASHER
Trini & Carmens
Waterford, MI, USA
03.1994 - 12.1998
- Performed daily cleaning duties including mopping floors, wiping counters, disposing of trash, and washing walls.
- Kept work area and equipment clean throughout shift.
- Cleaned and sanitized all dishes, utensils, and equipment as required by health department regulations.
- Handled dishwashing tasks to provide kitchen with steady supply of clean pots, pans, and cooking utensils.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishware, flatware and glassware to meet company standards.
- Set up dish stations, dish machines and sinks.
DISHWASHER
Trini & Carmens
Waterford, MI, USA
03.1994 - 12.1998
- Performed daily cleaning duties including mopping floors, wiping counters, disposing of trash, and washing walls.
- Kept work area and equipment clean throughout shift.
- Cleaned and sanitized all dishes, utensils, and equipment as required by health department regulations.
- Handled dishwashing tasks to provide kitchen with steady supply of clean pots, pans, and cooking utensils.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishware, flatware and glassware to meet company standards.
- Set up dish stations, dish machines and sinks.
Skills
Fine Dining Menu Planning
Food Preparation
Teamwork abilities
Food storage
Food presentation
Quality control
Food waste reduction
Kitchen Organization
Personal Information
Title: COOK
Timeline
Dish/prep
Boston Pizza
01.2025 - Current
COOK
Taco Bell
10.2023 - 12.2024
COOK
Taco Bell
10.2023 - 12.2024
COOK
Buddy's Pizza
09.2020 - 10.2023
COOK
Buddy's Pizza
09.2020 - 10.2023
COOK
Bahama Breeze
08.2017 - 09.2020
COOK
Bahama Breeze
08.2017 - 09.2020
COOK, MANAGER
Taco Bell
05.2014 - 01.2017
COOK, MANAGER
Taco Bell
05.2014 - 01.2017
FRY COOK
Toby Keiths
06.2013 - 09.2015
FRY COOK
Toby Keiths
06.2013 - 09.2015
ACTING HEAD LINE COOK
Aramark
02.2006 - 11.2012
ACTING HEAD LINE COOK
Aramark
02.2006 - 11.2012
COOK TRAINER
Ruby Tuesday
04.2002 - 08.2006
COOK TRAINER
Ruby Tuesday
04.2002 - 08.2006
STOCKER
Pontiac Silverdome
05.1998 - 06.2000
STOCKER
Pontiac Silverdome
05.1998 - 06.2000
DISHWASHER, COOK
Max & Ermas
07.1994 - 03.2000
DISHWASHER, COOK
Max & Ermas
07.1994 - 03.2000
DISHWASHER
Trini & Carmens
03.1994 - 12.1998
DISHWASHER
Trini & Carmens
03.1994 - 12.1998