ZACHARY MARROQUIN
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Committed Lead Cook with 10 years of kitchen experience. Focused on delivering memorable meals with an emphasis on quality and consistency on every plate. Experienced in staying calm and efficient in high-stress situations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
PF Changs Restaurant
Corpus Christi, TX
03.2024 - Current
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Line Cook
Hotel Emma
San Antonio, TX
10.2022 - Current
- 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.
COOK II
Landrace
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Contribute to consistent customer satisfaction by producing high-quality food and providing timely service
- Maintain a clean work station to follow established sanitation standards
- Train new employees and assist in their development.
LINE COOK
CURED
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Prepare all menu items according to recipe and presentation standards
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Increased kitchen productivity by keeping tools organized for easy access when needed.
KITCHEN LEAD
Mr. Juicy
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Monitor line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation
- Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.
- Fostered a positive work environment, promoting teamwork and open communication among kitchen staff.
- Ensured consistent quality in all dishes served by implementing standardized recipes and portion control measures.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation by implementing strict kitchen cleaning routines.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Roosevelt High School
01.2010
Skills
- Food Safety Certified
- Extensive experience of commercial line cooking
- Industrial kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Food preparation and inventory management
Timeline
Line Cook
PF Changs Restaurant
03.2024 - Current
Line Cook
Hotel Emma
10.2022 - Current
COOK II
Landrace
09.2021 - 09.2022
LINE COOK
CURED
01.2021 - 06.2022
KITCHEN LEAD
Mr. Juicy
01.2020 - 01.2021
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Roosevelt High School