Saul Gomez Hernandez
Auburn
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Crew Team Member
Chipotle
Covington
05.2026 - Current
- Prepared fresh ingredients daily following Chipotle’s exact recipes and portion standards, supporting peak periods serving 200–400 guests per shift.
- Maintained strict adherence to ServSafe and Chipotle food‑handling protocols, including temperature logs, cross‑contamination prevention, and sanitation routines.
- Managed prep lists, restocked stations and rotated inventory (FIFO)
- Coordinated with grill, prep, and service teams to maintain smooth workflow and uphold Chipotle’s “Food With Integrity” standards.
Lead Cook
Panda Express
Covington
01.2024 - 01.2026
- Directed back-of-house operations, ensuring all proteins and side dishes were prepared to brand standards during high-volume shifts.
- Expertly managed wok stations to cook signature entrees, maintaining precise flavor profiles and temperature controls for quality assurance.
- Optimized cooking schedules to minimize food waste while ensuring steam tables remained fully stocked for peak service hours.
- Onboarded and trained new kitchen staff on food preparation techniques, equipment safety, and sanitation protocols.
- Conducted daily inventory checks, managed food rotation (FIFO), and enforced strict health department compliance to ensure 100% food safety.
- Synchronized prep tasks and cooking times to ensure seamless transitions between lunch and dinner rushes.
Machinery Operator & Construction Specialist
Carrera Construction
Kent
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Safely operated heavy machinery and forklifts to transport materials, load/unload shipments, and support site-wide logistics.
- Executed various construction tasks including site clearing, grading, and manual labor to ensure project timelines remained on schedule.
- Maintained equipment through daily inspections and followed strict OSHA guidelines to ensure a hazard-free work environment.
- Organized and staged construction materials, optimizing workflow for specialized trades and subcontractors.
- Assisted in structural tasks, basic framing, and site maintenance as required by the project foreman.
Construction & Carpentry Specialist
Overland LLC | JRT Construction | Team Brothers | Reliable Group
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Interpreted blueprints to frame walls, lay roof trusses, and install subflooring and decking using plywood and DensGlass.
- Installed hardwood, parquet, and wood-strip flooring, including moisture barriers and sound-deadening wall/ceiling panels.
- Built and installed custom cabinetry, doors, windows, and trim; verified all structures for trueness using levels and plumb bobs.
- Managed rigging and hand signaling for mobile and tower cranes; erected scaffolding and ladders to ensure safe and efficient project execution.
- Conducted structural inspections and repaired damaged woodwork, plasterboard, and masonry to maintain project integrity; executed minor welding and plumbing tasks as needed.
- Coordinated material procurement and documented progress reports while collaborating with electrical and HVAC subcontractors to ensure project alignment.
Education
High School equivalent completion -
Kent-Meridian high school
Walla walla community college
Skills
- Structural Framing
- Heavy Machinery Operation
- Blueprint Reading
- Finish Carpentry
- Flooring & Surfacing
- Specialized Trades
- Safety and Compliance (OSHA)
- High-Volume Cooking
- Kitchen Leadership
- Food Safety
- Inventory Management
- Quality control
- Operational Efficiency
- Team Leadership & Training
- Project Coordination
- Fluent Spanish
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Crew Team Member
Chipotle
05.2026 - Current
Lead Cook
Panda Express
01.2024 - 01.2026
Machinery Operator & Construction Specialist
Carrera Construction
01.2024 - 01.2025
Construction & Carpentry Specialist
Overland LLC | JRT Construction | Team Brothers | Reliable Group
01.2014 - 01.2019
High School equivalent completion -
Kent-Meridian high school
Walla walla community college