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Vanessa Romero

San Mateo,CA

Summary

At Sultana Restaurant, a seasoned Lead Line Cook excelled in high-volume Mediterranean cuisine, ensuring top-notch food quality and customer satisfaction. Demonstrated expertise in grilling and food safety, alongside fostering team camaraderie. Recognized for outstanding workspace organization, contributing to a near-perfect customer satisfaction score.

Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized, and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard.

Accomplished Meat Cook knowledgeable about modern techniques and bringing up-to-date knowledge of grilling, roasting and broiling meat. Experienced in the preparation of diverse foods.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Line Cook

Sultana Restaurant (mediterranean Cuisine)
01.2015 - Current
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, fostering camaraderie and a strong sense of teamwork.
  • Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
  • Maintained high-quality food standards by ensuring consistent execution of recipes and presentation techniques.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Developed strong teamwork skills by collaborating with other line cooks to maintain a smooth workflow during busy shifts.
  • Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
  • Assisted with catering events, showcasing the restaurant''s culinary expertise and dedication to customer satisfaction.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Received recognition for outstanding performance in maintaining a clean, organized workspace that met health department guidelines.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.

Education

No Degree - ESL

College of San Mateo
San Mateo, CA
01-2024

Skills

  • Proficient in Food Safety Procedures
  • Expertise in Grilling Methods
  • Food Preparation
  • Meal Planning Expertise
  • Food Preparation Skills
  • Efficient Food Preparation Skills
  • Implementation of Sanitation Standards
  • Catering Operations Management

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Lead Line Cook

Sultana Restaurant (mediterranean Cuisine)
01.2015 - Current

No Degree - ESL

College of San Mateo
Vanessa Romero