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Samuel Rojas

Cook
Visalia,CA

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. Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard. Hardworking and enthusiastic cook trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level cook position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Also looking to make a career and promote within company if given the opportunity.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Cook

PANDA EXPRESS
Visalia, CA
03.2017 - 02.2023
  • supervisor Julia Nolasco:(805)904-4777
  • I started off as kitchen help 4 years i got promoted to cook
  • The last 3 years as cook i have prepped all types of veggies, ran the kitchen all by myself, i have trained others to promote to cook, i also focused on being visit and ecosure ready.
  • Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
  • Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.

Security Officer

On Site Security
Visalia, CA
05.2017 - 11.2017
  • officer Robinson(559)636-0735
  • Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
  • Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
  • Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
  • Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
  • Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.

Cashier/Customer Service

El jacalito de la dona
09.2015 - 01.2016
  • Supervisor Maria Ruiz:(559)972-2465
  • Resolved customer complaints and maintained clean and tidy checkout area.
  • Enabled customers to feel welcomed, important, and appreciated by answering questions about products sold throughout store.
  • Maintained awareness of surroundings and secured cash to minimize loss potential.
  • Counted money in drawers at beginning and end of each shift.
  • Developed and managed relationships with customers to increase customer loyalty.
  • Met customer service goals and exceeded customer expectations.
  • Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.

Janitorial Staff Member/cook

Shell Gas Station
Antioch, TN
01.2014 - 12.2014
  • supervisor Jane(615)399-9300
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
  • Reported vandalism or other damage to property to supervisor.
  • Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
  • Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
  • Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
  • Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
  • Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
  • Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
  • Deep cleaned or replaced flooring, performing stripping, sealing and finishing tasks.
  • Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
  • Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced [Type] environment.

Education

GED -

Visalia Adult School
Visalia, CA
08.2022 - Current

Skills

Customer Service (7 years)undefined

Timeline

GED -

Visalia Adult School
08.2022 - Current

Security Officer

On Site Security
05.2017 - 11.2017

Cook

PANDA EXPRESS
03.2017 - 02.2023

Cashier/Customer Service

El jacalito de la dona
09.2015 - 01.2016

Janitorial Staff Member/cook

Shell Gas Station
01.2014 - 12.2014
Samuel RojasCook