Rosa Gonzalez Melendez
Magnolia
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Cooker Operator at Tacos La Comadre, skilled in food safety and multitasking. Successfully trained new staff, optimized kitchen workflows, and maintained high standards of sanitation. Demonstrated leadership in enhancing food preparation processes, ensuring consistent quality and compliance with health regulations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Cooker Operator
Tacos La Comadre
05.2023 - Current
- Operated cooking equipment to prepare diverse taco recipes efficiently.
- Monitored food safety standards to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures and equipment usage.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow during peak hours.
- Prepared ingredients following standardized recipes to ensure quality and consistency
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, maintaining cleanliness and functionality
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking stock levels and minimizing waste
- Trained new staff on food safety protocols and preparation techniques
- Maintained compliance with health regulations during food handling and storage
- Monitored cooking times to ensure timely delivery of meals to service areas
- Kept workstation and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked.
- Sanitized work surfaces between food preparation, avoiding cross-contamination and maintaining food safety guidelines.
- Demonstrated punctuality and reliability in consistently arriving for scheduled shifts to meet service demands.
- Prepared diverse menu items, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation.
- Maintained high standards of food safety and sanitation practices.
Production Line Operator
Sanderson Farms Processing Plant
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Monitored production lines for efficiency, reporting issues to supervisors for timely resolution.
- Operated poultry processing machinery to ensure consistent product quality and safety compliance.
- Assisted in training new employees on standard operating procedures and safety protocols.
- Implemented best practices in processing techniques to enhance operational workflow.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to maintain optimal performance and minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production targets while ensuring adherence to health regulations.
- Provided valuable input during process improvement discussions, leading to enhanced operational efficiencies.
- Maintained a clean work environment with regular sanitation of tools and equipment.
- Inspected poultry product for defects and removed defective pieces from conveyor belt.
- Placed poultry on scales to weigh and tag containers with individual package weight and contents.
- Moved finished and packaged product into site refrigeration to prepare for shipment.
- Followed local, state and federal health codes for sanitation, safety and process.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline operations and optimize overall production output.
- Removed skin, feathers, and scales from poultry carcasses at beginning of processing line.
- Cut and trim white and dark meat and special cuts to prepare for packaging.
Dishwasher
Los Charros Mexican Restaurant
03.2016 - 06.2022
- Operated commercial dishwashing equipment to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Assisted in the organization of kitchen supplies to streamline workflow.
- Learned proper food safety practices for handling kitchen utensils and dishware.
- Adapted quickly to high-pressure environments during peak service hours.
- Supported kitchen staff by preparing clean dishes for service efficiently.
- Followed all health regulations and guidelines to uphold hygiene standards in the kitchen.
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
- Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas, and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
Education
High School Diploma -
Alvaro Obregon
Mexico05-2013
Skills
- Multitasking capacity
- Ordering and purchasing
- Food safety
- Leadership and supervision
- Cooking methods
- Menu development creativity
- Knife handling skills
- Portion control awareness
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Cooker Operator
Tacos La Comadre
05.2023 - Current
Production Line Operator
Sanderson Farms Processing Plant
06.2022 - 05.2023
Dishwasher
Los Charros Mexican Restaurant
03.2016 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
Alvaro Obregon