Steven (Sal) Salazar
Spokane,WA
Summary
Detail-oriented cook skilled in high-volume food preparation and kitchen organization. Proven ability to maintain food safety standards and ensure quality control.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastry Intern
Sea Pines Resort
Hilton Head Island, SC
10.2025 - Current
- Prepared pastries and desserts for restaurant service at Sea Pines Resort.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of pastry kitchen.
- Operated kitchen equipment for mixing, baking, and decorating pastries.
- Implemented food safety practices during pastry preparation and storage.
- Assisted with plating and serving desserts.
- Rotated and organized stock in refrigerator and freezer to minimize waste.
- Followed recipes to create cake, cookies and products.
- Prepared batters for cakes or cupcakes according to customer requirements.
Cook
Kasa Tap House
Spokane, Washington
06.2025 - 10.2025
- Prepared ingredients by washing, chopping, and measuring for daily menu items.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas during service hours.
- Stocked supplies and ingredients to support efficient kitchen operations throughout shifts.
- Supported head chef in organizing inventory and managing food storage procedures.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Green House Manager
Self Employed
Spokane, Washington
04.2016 - 09.2024
- Managed daily greenhouse operations and environmental conditions.
- Developed plans to control weeds and other potential hazards in the greenhouse environment.
- Assisted in planting, watering, and caring for various plants.
- Monitored plant health and identified pest or disease issues.
- Operated greenhouse equipment for temperature and humidity control.
- Maintained accurate records of plant growth and maintenance activities.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize planting schedules.
- Implemented safety protocols for greenhouse operations and equipment use.
- Trained new staff on greenhouse procedures and best practices.
- Analyzed data from previous crop cycles to determine best practices for future growing seasons.
- Determined appropriate pruning techniques to maximize flowering and fruiting potential of plants.
- Created strategies to reduce energy costs associated with operating the greenhouse facility.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Spokane Community College
Spokane, WA06-2025
Skills
- Culinary techniques
- ServSafe certified
- ServSafe Alcohol
- Focused and disciplined
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Food handler certification
- Kitchen organization
- Problem-solving
- Stock management
- Effective planner
- Grilling
- Frying
- Food preparation
- Ingredients measuring
- High volume production capability
- Portion control
- Knife skills
- Garnishing techniques
- Sanitation practices
- Time management
- Positive and professional
- Allergen awareness
- Hospitality service expertise
- Food spoilage prevention
- Ingredient knowledge
- Food safety practices
- Recipe standardization
- Team collaboration
- Inventory management
- Greenhouse operations
- Food safety oversight
- Pastry making
School Awards
- presidents honor roll Winter 2023,Spring 2023, Fall 2023/ Winter 2024,Fall 2024
- Student of the year 2024. Awarded for outstanding Achievements. Awarded by International Wine and Food Society(Spokane Chapter)
References
- Joshua Martin 509-533-8212, joshua.martin@scc.spokane.edu
- Laurent Zirotti 509-533-8889 laurent.zirotti@scc.spokane.edu
- Robert Estrada 509-591-5988
Timeline
Pastry Intern
Sea Pines Resort
10.2025 - Current
Cook
Kasa Tap House
06.2025 - 10.2025
Green House Manager
Self Employed
04.2016 - 09.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Spokane Community College