Yavé De Jesús Díaz Hernández
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Motivated professional with several years of experience preparing delicious meals for customers. Polished in following proper food handling methods and maintaining correct temperature of food products. Creative and artistic professional committed to strengthening kitchen team with better collaboration, recipes and cooking techniques.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Line Cook
The Bedford Restaurant Group
Brooklyn, NY
10.2024 - Current
- Prepared and cooked a variety of meals for diverse dietary needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and tools.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during busy hours.
Line Cook and prepared
Mango Bay
Brooklyn, NY
08.2024 - Current
- Prepared high-quality meals following established recipes and presentation standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen areas, adhering to safety and sanitation guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient kitchen operations during service.
Line Cook
Yeshiva torat voda
Brooklyn, Ny
10.2025 - 10.2026
- Prepared ingredients by chopping, slicing, and dicing vegetables for daily meals.
- Followed recipes to create various dishes while maintaining consistency in flavor and presentation.
- Operated kitchen equipment such as grills, ovens, and fryers safely and efficiently.
Line Cook
The Gotham Hotel
Manhattan, NY
10.2024 - 12.2025
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
- Adhered to portion controls and presentation specifications.
- Prepped garnishes to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
- Tracked inventory levels of all products used in the kitchen on a daily basis.
- Mentored and trained staff by teaching cooking skills and kitchen maintenance, improving overall quality and performance.
Line Cook
Moxxy Hotel
Manhattan, NY
03.2024 - 12.2024
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and tools.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during busy hours.
- Adapted recipes to accommodate special dietary restrictions and preferences effectively.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
Line Cook
Seven Point
Manhattan
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Cooked meals according to standardized recipes and safety guidelines in a busy kitchen.
- Collaborated with team members to expedite orders during peak service hours.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
- Prepped garnishes to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
Line Cook
Empire Stake House
Manhattan, NY
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Prepared and cooked a variety of meals for diverse dietary needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and tools.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during busy hours.
- Prepared various cuts of meat to meet customer preferences.
- Operated meat slicers and grinders safely and efficiently.
- Cut meat efficiently by breaking product down into sub-primal.
Line Cook
Imani Caribbean restaurant
Brooklyn, NY
07.2021 - 11.2023
- Prepared ingredients by chopping, slicing, and dicing vegetables for daily meals.
- Followed recipes to create various dishes while maintaining consistency in flavor and presentation.
- Operated kitchen equipment such as grills, ovens, and fryers safely and efficiently.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
Line Cook
Woodland restaurant
Brooklyn, NY
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Prepared daily lunch menus following established recipes and safety guidelines.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including grills, fryers, and ovens, effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal preparation and service.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques and food handling practices.
- Prepared daily lunch menus according to dietary guidelines and customer preferences.
The butcher's daughter
Line cook and prepared
Manhattan, New York
12.2021 - 07.2022
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to ensure food safety compliance.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline meal preparation processes and workflows.
- Complied with federal, state and local sanitation regulations and department procedures.
- Executed daily production schedule and preparation requirements obtained from chef.
Education
Licenciatura - Acondicionamiento Fisico Y Recreation
Ingenieria Educative
06.2018 - 02.2021
Skills
- Food preparation
- Kitchen organization
- Recipe execution
- Equipment operation
- Meat temperatures
- Egg temperatures
- Fast and efficient work during busy hours
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Elementary
Timeline
Line Cook
Yeshiva torat voda
10.2025 - 10.2026
Line Cook
The Bedford Restaurant Group
10.2024 - Current
Line Cook
The Gotham Hotel
10.2024 - 12.2025
Line Cook and prepared
Mango Bay
08.2024 - Current
Line Cook
Moxxy Hotel
03.2024 - 12.2024
Line Cook
Empire Stake House
12.2023 - 05.2024
Line Cook
Seven Point
10.2023 - 05.2024
Line Cook
Woodland restaurant
06.2022 - 05.2023
The butcher's daughter
Line cook and prepared
12.2021 - 07.2022
Line Cook
Imani Caribbean restaurant
07.2021 - 11.2023
Licenciatura - Acondicionamiento Fisico Y Recreation
Ingenieria Educative
06.2018 - 02.2021