Ruben G.
8631 Overhill Drive,VA
Summary
Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Hilton Garden Inn Fairfax
05.2022 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- 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.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- 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.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
- Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
Cook
Cheesecake Factory Inc
09.2010 - 05.2022
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Mimi's Cafe
Cook
04.2000 - 09.2010
- Wiped, sanitized and maintained floors, facility, and equipment to adhere with company standards and procedures.
- Maintained clean and attractive product displays to entice customer purchases.
- Produced food and drink products adhering to company quality and quantity standards.
- Displayed calm and friendly demeanor when addressing and resolving customer issues and complaints.
- Replenished serving stations with fresh food and cleaned up spills.
- Readied customers' take-out orders in secure bags with appropriate amounts of condiments, silverware and napkins.
- Prepared salads, soups and sandwiches for customers.
- Brewed coffee and tea and changed out drink station syrups.
Skills
- Food Presentation Talent
- Safe Food Handling Procedures
- Cutting Techniques
- Strong Butchery Skills
- Quality Assurance and Control
- Food Plating and Presentation
- High-Volume Production Capabilities
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
Certification
- Certified Food Manage - Fairfax County
- CPR-First Aid certification
- Food Handler certified- servesafe
Timeline
Cook
Hilton Garden Inn Fairfax
05.2022 - Current
Cook
Cheesecake Factory Inc
09.2010 - 05.2022
Mimi's Cafe
Cook
04.2000 - 09.2010
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