Yesenia Diaz
Hialeah,FL
Summary
I will be using my analytical and critical thinking skills in order to perform my job in a sufficient and hardworking manner that reflects the goals of the institution for which I work. Forward-thinking professional offering more than 8 years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven culinary skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
Tripping Animals Brewery Inc.
03.2024 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency through effective staff management and delegation.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Developed innovative recipes, attracting new clientele and increasing overall sales.
- Implemented rigorous quality control measures to ensure consistent taste and presentation of dishes.
- Adapted menus seasonally, incorporating fresh produce to create visually appealing and flavorful dishes.
Pastry Chef
Komodo Restaurant
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by creating visually appealing and delicious pastries.
- Developed new pastry recipes for seasonal menus, resulting in increased sales and positive feedback.
- Collaborated with the culinary team to create unique dessert offerings that complemented main dishes.
- Implemented efficient production techniques, reducing waste and improving overall pastry quality.
- Consistently met tight deadlines for special orders, ensuring client satisfaction and repeat business.
- Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
- Monitored quality of ingredients used in recipes to maintain consistency and safety standards.
- Developed and implemented cost-saving strategies for production of cakes, pastries and desserts.
- Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients.
Line Cook
Last Call Diner
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality dishes in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Mastered various cooking techniques, broadening menu offerings and introducing innovative dishes.
- Implemented effective waste reduction strategies, minimizing food costs and supporting sustainable practices.
- Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking supplies and placing orders as needed.
- Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
- Supported head chef during high-volume periods by efficiently executing complex tasks with precision under pressure.
- Participated in creating daily specials that showcased creativity while utilizing available inventory effectively.
- Increased kitchen productivity by keeping tools organized for easy access when needed.
- Boosted employee morale through positive attitude, willingness to assist others when needed.
Line Cook/ Prep Cook
Alluva at Park Grove
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality dishes in a timely manner.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Mastered various cooking techniques, broadening menu offerings and introducing innovative dishes.
- Contributed to menu planning and development, incorporating seasonal ingredients for optimal freshness and taste.
- Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Addressed customer feedback professionally, implementing improvements where necessary to enhance the overall dining experience.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
POH/Smoothie Maker
Guarapo Juice Bar & Cafe
11.2020 - 09.2022
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by crafting high-quality, customized smoothies based on individual preferences.
- Streamlined workflow through efficient ingredient preparation and organization.
- Improved sales by promoting seasonal and specialty smoothie offerings to customers.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring adequate stock levels of ingredients and supplies.
- Developed new smoothie recipes, contributing to menu variety and customer appeal.
- Mastered the use of various blenders and juicers for optimal smoothie texture and consistency.
- Educated customers about the nutritional benefits of various ingredients, encouraging healthier choices.
- Increased efficiency by prepping fruits and vegetables ahead of time for easy access during busy periods.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and teamwork with colleagues.
- Implemented creative marketing strategies to attract new customers, such as offering samples or creating eye-catching displays.
- Prepared and served juices and blended drinks.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines with proper handwashing, food storage and sanitization.
- Maintained, operated, set up and cleaned food preparation equipment.
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Edukos Beer House & Food Truck @Lincoln's Beard Brewing
12.2019 - 04.2020
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality dishes in a timely manner.
- Implemented effective waste reduction strategies, minimizing food costs and supporting sustainable practices.
- Mentored junior staff members in culinary skills and techniques, fostering professional growth within the team.
- Contributed to menu planning and development, incorporating seasonal ingredients for optimal freshness and taste.
- Mastered various cooking techniques, broadening menu offerings and introducing innovative dishes.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by paying close attention to dietary restrictions and special requests.
- Supported the success of daily operations by assisting chefs with ingredient prep work as needed.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
- Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Pura Vida
01.2019 - 11.2019
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality dishes in a timely manner.
- Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Ensured smooth kitchen operations during special events or private parties by collaborating with front-of-house staff and adjusting to specific client requests.
- Increased kitchen productivity by keeping tools organized for easy access when needed.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Verified proper portion sizes to consistently attain high food quality standards.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
POH/ Pizza Maker
Hungry Howie's
05.2018 - 01.2019
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for efficient pizza making, ensuring optimal productivity.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently preparing high-quality pizzas according to company standards and customer preferences.
- Prioritized strict adherence to food safety regulations, maintaining a clean work area free from cross-contamination risks at all times.
- Fostered positive relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of fresh ingredients necessary for daily production demands.
- Contributed to menu development by suggesting new pizza combinations based on customer feedback and market trends.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper pizza-making techniques, contributing to overall staff proficiency.
- Demonstrated expertise in various pizza-making techniques, including hand-stretching dough and using a wood-fired oven for authentic taste.
- Monitored pizzas throughout cooking process to deliver correct doneness and prevent burning or undercooking.
- Used pizza cutter to slice pizzas according to size and customer specifications.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils and equipment.
- Operated grills, fryers and ovens to cook food items.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Palm Chefs Catering
04.2018 - 12.2018
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality dishes in a timely manner.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using various kitchen equipment safely for efficient food preparation.
- Contributed to menu planning and development, incorporating seasonal ingredients for optimal freshness and taste.
- Mentored junior staff members in culinary skills and techniques, fostering professional growth within the team.
- Implemented effective waste reduction strategies, minimizing food costs and supporting sustainable practices.
- Mastered various cooking techniques, broadening menu offerings and introducing innovative dishes.
- Supported head chef during high-volume periods by efficiently executing complex tasks with precision under pressure.
- Ensured smooth kitchen operations during special events or private parties by collaborating with front-of-house staff and adjusting to specific client requests.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Verified proper portion sizes to consistently attain high food quality standards.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Assisted with menu planning, incorporating seasonal ingredients for fresh and innovative dishes.
- Conserved resources by utilizing proper portion control techniques during meal preparation.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Addressed and resolved customer complaints to increase trust and satisfaction.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Created new recipes and updated existing ones to reflect changing trends and customer preferences.
- Collaborated with the head chef to create seasonal menus and special dishes, offering more variety and selections to customers.
POH/Cross Trainer
Wing Stop
09.2017 - 12.2018
- Increased sales through upselling menu items and recommending popular dishes to customers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service as a Wing Team Member.
- Ensured accurate cash handling procedures were followed for all transactions, minimizing discrepancies in daily reports.
- Collaborated with team members to provide seamless service during high-volume periods.
- Supported fellow team members by stepping into various roles as needed to maintain smooth operations during peak hours.
- Improved customer satisfaction by maintaining a clean and efficient fry station.
- Enhanced food quality by ensuring proper cooking times and temperatures for various fried foods.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective time management and multitasking skills.
- Contributed to a positive team environment, collaborating with fellow cooks and staff members.
- Reduced food waste, closely monitoring product usage and inventory levels.
- Assisted in menu development, testing new recipes for potential inclusion in the restaurant''s offerings.
- Continuously updated knowledge of frying techniques, equipment, and best practices to optimize performance in the role.
- Demonstrated versatility in preparing a wide range of fried dishes, from appetizers to entrees and sides.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to further develop culinary skills and expertise as a Fry Cook.
Line Cook/ Prep Cook
Over The Top Catering
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality dishes in a timely manner.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Managed inventory and ordered food and supplies to maintain adequate stock.
Server/Cashier
Hibachi Grill & Noodle Bar
02.2016 - 03.2017
- Maximized table turnover rate by efficiently managing reservations and seating arrangements.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Implemented effective communication strategies between front-of-house and back-of-house staff for streamlined operations.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance goals related to sales targets, customer satisfaction ratings, and order accuracy.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Adhered to proper food handling procedures and safety guidelines for the well-being of guests and team members alike.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and improve service offerings continually.
- Utilized expert knowledge of dietary restrictions to assist patrons in making informed menu selections tailored to individual preferences or limitations.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Education
Certificate in Culinary Arts -
Lindsey Hopkins Technical College
Miami, FL04.2022
Skills
- Food Safety
- Fluent English and Spanish
- Catering
- Kitchen Experience
- Excellent Customer Service
- Cooking
- Food Preparation
- Serving
- POS
- Knife Skills
- Analysis skills
- Food service
- Communication skills
- English
- Workflow Optimization
- Equipment Maintenance
- Regulatory Compliance
- Menu development
- Staff Coordination
- Kitchen Operations
- Sanitation Practices
- Culinary expertise
- Food presentation
Certification
- Food Handler Certification
- Driver's License
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Chef
Tripping Animals Brewery Inc.
03.2024 - Current
Pastry Chef
Komodo Restaurant
09.2023 - 03.2024
Line Cook
Last Call Diner
01.2023 - 11.2023
Line Cook/ Prep Cook
Alluva at Park Grove
10.2022 - 07.2023
POH/Smoothie Maker
Guarapo Juice Bar & Cafe
11.2020 - 09.2022
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Edukos Beer House & Food Truck @Lincoln's Beard Brewing
12.2019 - 04.2020
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Pura Vida
01.2019 - 11.2019
POH/ Pizza Maker
Hungry Howie's
05.2018 - 01.2019
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Palm Chefs Catering
04.2018 - 12.2018
POH/Cross Trainer
Wing Stop
09.2017 - 12.2018
Line Cook/ Prep Cook
Over The Top Catering
08.2016 - 06.2017
Server/Cashier
Hibachi Grill & Noodle Bar
02.2016 - 03.2017
Certificate in Culinary Arts -
Lindsey Hopkins Technical College
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