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SHIRLEY APONTE

HAINES CITY,FL

Summary

Energetic prep cook with passion for food and commitment to providing customers with exceptional culinary experiences. Focuses on using fresh ingredients to create flavorful dishes appealing to different palates. Team player offers clear communication and problem-solving.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Cashier

Cinnabon Bakery
05.2023 - 10.2023
  • Cleans and stocks customer eating area(s), work stations, and equipment.
  • Greets all customers with a smile and friendly greeting and follows all Cinnabon customer service policies and procedures.
  • Maintains a solid knowledge of product and services available in unit.
  • Transfers supplies and equipment between storage and work areas by hand or cart.
  • Assists with a variety of kitchen-related functions as needed.

Prep Cook

Chipotle Mexican Grill
11.2022 - 05.2023
  • Cleaning the work station, including sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning equipment, removing trash from the dining room, and wiping down tables and chairs
  • Making sure food is prepared correctly according to company standards.
  • Maintaining food safety standards by following proper food handling procedures.
  • Providing customers with information about menu items and answering questions about ingredients or other topics.
  • Preparing food such as chopping vegetables or weighing meat.
  • Preparing food orders in advance by cutting vegetables, assembling ingredients, and preparing other items needed for later steps in the process.


Prep Cook

Panda Express
06.2019 - 10.2022
  • Prepare and cook food according to Panda Express recipes, standards, and procedures.
  • Ensure that all food is cooked and served in a timely manner with the highest quality.
  • Maintain cleanliness of kitchen area, including equipment, utensils, and work surfaces.
  • Follow proper safety and sanitation guidelines when handling food and beverages.
  • Monitor food temperatures throughout cooking process to ensure safe consumption.
  • Assist in prepping ingredients for dishes, such as chopping vegetables or marinating meats.
  • Prepare sauces and other accompaniments for dishes.
  • Portion out servings of food onto plates or into containers.
  • Assemble orders quickly and accurately, ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils after each shift.
  • Adhere to all health and safety regulations at all times.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

Inter American University of Puerto Rico Barranquitas
Barranquitas, PR
05.2008

Skills

  • Food Production
  • Cleanliness
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Kitchen Sanitation
  • Baking and broiling
  • Vegetable Prep
  • Food Preparation

Timeline

Cashier

Cinnabon Bakery
05.2023 - 10.2023

Prep Cook

Chipotle Mexican Grill
11.2022 - 05.2023

Prep Cook

Panda Express
06.2019 - 10.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

Inter American University of Puerto Rico Barranquitas
SHIRLEY APONTE