Valerie Perez
Miami Gardens,FL
Summary
Dependable team player with solid background in fulfillment. Highly productive, organized and efficient with the stamina to stand or walk for long hours. Experienced in fluid loading, package handling and employee training. Excellent time management and planning skills with proficiency in operation of standard warehouse equipment. Seeking permanent role with growing team. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Highly adaptable Kitchen Hand with proven experience working in fast-paced food service environments. Prepares vegetables and sauces and creates from-scratch marinades and gravies. Avoids waste and spoilage to promote quality and maintain food safety standards. Dedicated Personal Shopper well-versed in selecting, packing and delivering orders. Results-oriented and thorough with strong focus on efficiency. Resourceful Line Cook known for maintaining high productivity levels and efficiently completing tasks. Specialize in time management, and food safety protocols. Excel in fast-paced environments through strong team collaboration, communication skills, and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Bolay Line Cook
Bolay Restaurant
Pembroke Pines, Florida
08.2023 - Current
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Trained new team members on proper meat and vegetable preparation techniques.
- Tracked inventory levels of all products used in the kitchen on a daily basis.
- Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
- Mentored and trained staff by teaching cooking skills and kitchen maintenance, improving overall quality and performance.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
Amazon Fulfillment Warehouse Associate
Amazon
Hialeah, FL
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Packed and labeled merchandise to prepare for loading and shipment to customers.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
- Moved boxes, containers and pallets with special-purpose equipment to meet demanding production targets.
- Packed materials and items in designated crates and boxes and properly sealed and labeled crates.
- Examined packages and goods for damage and notified vendors of replacement needs.
- Updated inventory and production information using warehouse management systems and scanner guns.
- Assisted coworkers with special projects to learn new tasks while gaining additional responsibilities.
- Received merchandise into warehouse, relocated products using forklifts and pallet jacks and processed orders for shipment.
- Communicated with management, line workers, engineering and customers to understand process improvement areas and collaborate for solutions.
- Trained staff members to implement and maintain approved and established process improvements in assigned functional areas.
- Supported special projects upon request from department manager.
- Checked and calibrated equipment for safety.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to check compliance with fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
- Conducted safety briefings at beginning and end of shifts to inform crews of daily task safety hazards.
- Conducted site inspections and audits, recording findings and recommending corrective actions on final reports.
Walmart Personal Shopper
Walmart
North Miami Beach, FL
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Bagged groceries carefully to keep products in perfect condition, separated fragile products and kept frozen and perishable foods cold or fresh.
- Secured and stored items until customer pickup.
- Satisfied customers with quick, accurate service under tight deadlines.
- Completed pickup and shopping orders for customers within local area.
- Assisted teammates with daily tasks during peak periods.
- Maintained positive relationships with grocery store personnel by being consistently professional and friendly.
- Scanned items when pulling from shelves to update system stock information.
- Shopped at customer's chosen store, verified replacement items, selected freshest fruit, produce and meat and delivered groceries on-time to exact location specified.
- Suggested comparable products to replace out-of-stock items.
- Practiced clean and sanitary shopping with minimal product handling and used safety kits diligently to protect customers and others.
- Asked store associates for help locating missing products.
- Maximized hourly rate by organizing shopping trips and planning efficient routes.
- Identified customer needs by asking questions and advising on best solutions.
- Maintained well-stocked and organized sales floor with latest merchandise to drive sustained sales revenue.
Chick-fil-A BOH Trainer
Chick-fil-A
Hialeah, FL
12.2020 - 01.2022
- Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform with health codes.
- Completed prepping, cleaning and other kitchen duties to support cooks.
- Followed recipes and customer requests to prepare meals.
- Acquired new skills to support team and further accommodate customer needs.
- Observed food handling and sanitation procedures to safeguard against foodborne illnesses.
- Monitored inventory to keep adequate stock of food items and supplies.
- Gathered ingredients and cleaned and cut food items to prep recipes.
- Checked and recorded refrigerator and freezer temperatures to maintain food quality and freshness.
- Restocked pantry with nonperishable food items to prevent stock from running low.
- Stored perishable food items in freezer or refrigerator to protect from spoilage.
- Cleaned and sterilized dishes, countertops and utensils to prevent bacteria growth.
- Washed and sanitized plates using industrial dishwashers according to manufacturer instructions.
- Prevented spoilage or cross-contamination by storing food in designated containers and areas.
- Operated industrial mixers and other food processing machinery to support kitchen operations.
- Peeled and cut fruit and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Trained newly hired top talent to fill key positions and maximize productivity.
- Provided constructive feedback and positive reinforcement to keep trainees motivated.
- Evaluated individuals regularly for progress or growth potential to guide decisions regarding advancement and additional training.
- Created tests, exercises and role-plays for courses to verify competency.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Music Production
Miami Dade College
Miami, FLCertified Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT)
Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Pulling and Preparing Orders
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Safety Regulations Adherence
- Sorting and Organizing
- Staff Training
- Data Entry
- Safety Procedures
- Pallet Jack Experience
- Friendly and Courteous
- Attention to Detail
- Food preparation
- Knife skills
- Food safety
Languages
Timeline
Bolay Line Cook
Bolay Restaurant
08.2023 - Current
Amazon Fulfillment Warehouse Associate
Amazon
05.2022 - 07.2023
Walmart Personal Shopper
Walmart
03.2022 - 05.2022
Chick-fil-A BOH Trainer
Chick-fil-A
12.2020 - 01.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Music Production
Miami Dade College
Certified Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT)