Yvette Morales
Bellflower,USA
Summary
Experienced Cook with knowledge of food safety and handling. Looking to bring further success to a well-established organization by applying advanced skill set and proactive demeanor. Dynamic food service professional with excellent teamwork and skill in learning new tasks quickly. Highly knowledgeable in ingredient preparation, including slicing and cutting techniques.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Transformations Care Inc
Gardena, CA
09.2022 - Current
- Prepared and cooked meals following dietary guidelines and nutritional standards.
- Managed food inventory, ensuring freshness and compliance with safety regulations.
- Implemented cost-saving measures through efficient ingredient sourcing and usage.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
- Implemented rotating menu concept, keeping dining experience fresh and engaging for regular customers.
First Cook
Kaiser Permanente
Harbor City, CA
07.2010 - 01.2022
- Communicated with kitchen employees, answered questions and offered insight into food preparations.
- Kept kitchen, cooking utensils and storeroom clean and neat.
- Sanitized counters and utensils used for preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
- In charge of meal preparation for the hospital cafeteria.
- Check food temperature on all food items as required by JCAHO and OSHA.
- Menu planning in alignment with hospital guidelines.
- Knowledge of use in commercial stoves, steamers, combination oven, industrial mixers, deli slicers.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
San Pedro Senior High School
San Pedro, CA06.2008
Skills
- Kitchen staff management
- Dish preparation
- Culinary techniques
- Safety and health guidelines
- Meal preparation
- Cleaning and sanitizing methods
- Food allergy understanding
- Nutrition
- Inventory oversight
- Ingredient inspection
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Recipe preparation
- Food preparation
- Effective prioritization
- Cleaning and organization
- Team-oriented
- Foodservice sanitation
- Equipment cleaning and maintenance
- Reliable and trustworthy
Certification
Food handlers certification
Timeline
Cook
Transformations Care Inc
09.2022 - Current
First Cook
Kaiser Permanente
07.2010 - 01.2022
High School Diploma - undefined
San Pedro Senior High School