Yesenia Franco
Houston
Summary
Hardworking Kitchen Assistant well-versed in food preparation techniques and inventory management to maintain consistent stock of needed supplies. Shoulders multiple kitchen tasks in support of cooks and servers. Thrives in busy environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Catering Assistant
Guckenheimer
03.2023 - Current
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
- Delivered catered food and supplies to facility for on-time set-up.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
Catering Server/Food Prep Cook/Dishwasher
Compass Group Management
03.2013 - 06.2015
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
- Delivered catered food and supplies to facility for on-time set-up.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
Prep Cook/Catering Server
Eurest Compass Group
06.2015 - 03.2023
- 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.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
- Served appetizers, delivered entrees, and refilled beverages for banquet guests.
- Worked with catering staff to establish timely preparation and delivery of food and beverage orders.
Catering Service /Waitress/Kitchen Prep Cook
Jackson & Company
01.2023 - Current
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Maintained flexible work schedule to meet event needs.
- Delivered catered food and supplies to facility for on-time set-up.
- Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Controlled food cost and waste by selecting and using correct ingredients and amounts.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Waitress on Catering event
Education
Instituto Nacional Isidro Menéndez
El Salvador Centroamérica 12.1997
Skills
- Food Storage Protocol
- Ingredient Management
- Food Preparation Mastery
- Chef Support
Timeline
Catering Assistant
Guckenheimer
03.2023 - Current
Catering Service /Waitress/Kitchen Prep Cook
Jackson & Company
01.2023 - Current
Prep Cook/Catering Server
Eurest Compass Group
06.2015 - 03.2023
Catering Server/Food Prep Cook/Dishwasher
Compass Group Management
03.2013 - 06.2015
Instituto Nacional Isidro Menéndez
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