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Hardy Mendoza

Paterson,NJ

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with experience at Stew Leonard's, excelling in food preparation and quality control. Proven ability to resolve customer complaints and enhance team collaboration. Skilled in recipe modification and multitasking, consistently delivering exceptional dining experiences while training new staff in food safety and cooking techniques.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook

Stew Leonard's
04.2023 - Current
  • Served as salad bar chef for five months, crafting diverse and appealing salads.
  • Contributed to frying section, ensuring quality and timely preparation of menu items.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.

Server

Campos Mexican Restaurant
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Operated in fast-paced Mexican restaurant for one year
  • Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
  • Assisted in training new servers.

Chef

Palermo's
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Managed culinary activities at Palermo's Pizzeria for 1 year
  • Garnished finished pizzas with herbs or parmesan cheese according to recipe instructions.
  • Prepared dough and sauce for pizzas according to recipes.
  • Assisted other cooks in preparing salads, sandwiches, desserts and appetizers.

Chef

Chill's Bar & Grill
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Executed culinary tasks as line cook across multiple Chili's locations for two years
  • Conducted daily line-checks of all products used in meal preparation for freshness and quality assurance.
  • Trained new kitchen staff in food safety regulations and proper cooking techniques.
  • Reviewed purchase orders for accuracy prior to submitting them for approval.
  • Scheduled and coordinated daily kitchen staff shifts while ensuring adequate coverage at all times.

Education

High School -

Alipio Ponce
Lima, Peru
01-2018

Skills

  • Food preparation
  • Recipe modification
  • Quality control
  • Problem solving
  • Team collaboration
  • Martial arts techniques
  • Basic math
  • Multitasking

Affiliations

  • Martial Arts
  • Wing Chu 10+ years
  • Driving Instructor
  • Motorcycle Seller and Mechanic

Timeline

Cook

Stew Leonard's
04.2023 - Current

Server

Campos Mexican Restaurant
01.2022 - 01.2023

Chef

Palermo's
01.2021 - 01.2022

Chef

Chill's Bar & Grill
01.2019 - 01.2021

High School -

Alipio Ponce

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