Yazmin Villasana
Chicago,IL
Summary
I enjoy learning new skills in the food industry. Being able to practice what I learned in school and past jobs , helps me improve every day. Always ready for improvement.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Edgebrook Coffee Shop
10.2019 - Current
- Welcomed customers and explained daily specials.
- Prepared a variety of espresso-based beverages, including cappuccinos, café lattes, and hot chocolates.
- Maintained cleanliness of dishware and kitchen areas.
- Handled payment transactions
- Cultivate optimistic mindset.
- Monitored waste levels and identified necessary supplies.
Morning Prep Cook
Parachute
12.2019 - 03.2020
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, adhering to strict food safety guidelines and regulations.
- Closely followed standardized recipes to maintain consistency in taste and presentation across all dishes served.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by diligently prepping ingredients and organizing workstations for morning shifts.
- Reduced food waste by properly storing prepped items and rotating stock according to freshness.
- Supported inventory management efforts through accurate tracking of ingredient usage and maintaining appropriate stock levels.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through clear communication and collaboration with fellow cooks.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
Prep / Line Cook
Honey Butter Fried Chicken
03.2017 - 03.2020
- Monitored waste levels in food and packaging.
- Coordinated shift coverage during employee absences.
- Coordinated workflow to ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Performed mid-shift and end-of-shift cleaning duties.
- Assisted dishwasher with end-of-day tasks.
- Shift Lead , Prioritizing tasks
- Prep / Line Cook
Line Lead
Honey Butter Fried Chicken
05.2018 - 07.2019
- In charge of prepping slaws, sauces, cookies, muffin batter, cutting greens
- Setting up the line (hot well, 3rd pan, 9 pan, stocking up sandwich station, sides station)
- Checking catering numbers to make sure we have the appropriate amount of food fired
- Garnishing sides (creamed corn, grits, buff mac, etc)
Brothers Beef
11.2016 - 03.2016
Long Grove Confectionery
04.2015 - 12.2015
Education
High School Diploma -
Schurz High School
Carl Von Linne Elementary
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
St. Augustine College
01.2017
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Exceptional customer service
- Cash handling
- Guest engagement
- Customer service
- Cleanliness standards
- Safe food handling
- Food running
- Table bussing
- Food safety practices
- Allergy awareness
- Guest seating
Timeline
Morning Prep Cook
Parachute
12.2019 - 03.2020
Server
Edgebrook Coffee Shop
10.2019 - Current
Line Lead
Honey Butter Fried Chicken
05.2018 - 07.2019
Prep / Line Cook
Honey Butter Fried Chicken
03.2017 - 03.2020
Brothers Beef
11.2016 - 03.2016
Long Grove Confectionery
04.2015 - 12.2015
High School Diploma -
Schurz High School
Carl Von Linne Elementary
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
St. Augustine College