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Victor Rojas

San Francisco,United States

Summary

Talented Cook with excellent experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with cashiers and kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking with up-to-date food handling permit. 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. Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook ,Per Diem

Ucsf Mission Bay
San Francisco, CA
10.2023 - Current
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Cook,Stem Kitchen & Garden

Compass Group Management
San Francisco , Ca
10.2023 - Current
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

Line Cook

Colibri Mexican Bistro
San Francisco, CA
06.2021 - 07.2023
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Cook

Morrison Living
San Francisco, CA
02.2021 - 04.2022
  • Working with chef on planning easy but elegant appetizers to spark customer interest.
  • Seasoned and perfectly cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Create identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Maintaining well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Tasted, smelled and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking & seasoning.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.

Cook

Arguello
San Francisco, CA
01.2018 - 03.2020
  • Assisted chef with planning easy but elegant appetizers to spark customer interest.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
  • Transitioned between breakfast and lunch service.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies.
  • Inspected appliances, commercial fryers and ovens to verify proper working .
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Mentored staff in expectations and parameters of kitchen goals and daily work.
  • Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.

Line Cook

Wipeout Bar And Grill
San Francisco, CA
03.2014 - 02.2020
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
  • Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping and taking out trash.
  • Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
  • Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware and cooking utensils.
  • Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.

Janitorial Worker

Westfield Mall
San Francisco, CA
06.2013 - 08.2014
  • Reported vandalism or other damage to property to supervisor.
  • Mixed, used and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
  • Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
  • Dusted surfaces, ledges, fixtures and furniture.
  • Polished stainless steel fixtures and furniture details.
  • Sanitized break area kitchen counters, tables and sinks.
  • Wiped light switches, switch plates, door knobs, door frames and door jambs.
  • Swept hard surface floors using broom or push broom dust mop.
  • Removed spots from glass doors, mirrors and windows by spraying cleaner and wiping.
  • Damp-mopped hard floors to clean and remove residue or spillage.
  • Cleaned and sanitized drinking fountains.
  • Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
  • Set up, arranged and removed decorations, tables, chairs, ladders and scaffolding to prepare facilities for large events.

Education

High School Diploma -

Abraham Lincoln High School, San Francisco, CA
05.2013

Skills

  • Food plating and presentation
  • Institutional and batch cooking
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Food spoilage prevention
  • Performance improvement
  • Food preparation and safety
  • Extensive catering background
  • Strong attention to safe food handling procedures

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Cook ,Per Diem - Ucsf Mission Bay
10.2023 - Current
Cook,Stem Kitchen & Garden - Compass Group Management
10.2023 - Current
Line Cook - Colibri Mexican Bistro
06.2021 - 07.2023
Cook - Morrison Living
02.2021 - 04.2022
Cook - Arguello
01.2018 - 03.2020
Line Cook - Wipeout Bar And Grill
03.2014 - 02.2020
Janitorial Worker - Westfield Mall
06.2013 - 08.2014
Abraham Lincoln High School - High School Diploma,

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