Tiffany Buenafe
Henderson,NV
Summary
Hardworking and enthusiastic Cook trained in every facet of a successful kitchen. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle kitchen needs. Loyal and dedicated team player with punctual nature.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
Stack
03.2021 - Current
- Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food.
- Review food preparation checklist, monitor ingredient levels and notify supervisors when supplies are running low to prevent shortages.
- Monitor food quality while preparing food. Check dates and labels to ensure quality of the product.
- Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables.
- Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients.
- Prepare and cook food according to recipes to ensure consistency, quality standards, and presentation standards.
- Prepare cold foods.
- Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently.
- Set-up and break down work station. Wash and disinfect kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment.
- Check and ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food.
- Operate ovens, stoves, grills, and fryers.
Line Cook
Stack
12.2009 - 03.2021
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
Education
Associate of Occupational Science
Le Condon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
Las Vegas, NV11.2009
Skills
- Quick-Learning
- Efficient Multitasking
- Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Dependable and Reliable
- Safe Food Handling
Timeline
Prep Cook
Stack
03.2021 - Current
Line Cook
Stack
12.2009 - 03.2021
Associate of Occupational Science
Le Condon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
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