Joe Alexcis Medel
San Diego, California
Summary
Adept at enhancing kitchen operations and customer satisfaction, I leveraged my food preparation and safety skills at Campland on the Bay to significantly improve service efficiency. Demonstrating a professional attitude and a commitment to cleanliness, my ability to multitask and adapt quickly to new recipes ensured high-quality culinary experiences, contributing to repeat business and a positive dining atmosphere.
Flexible Cook willing to work weekends, holidays and evenings. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments in team setting. Background in maintaining kitchen sanitation, preparing basic components of dishes and working within team of cooks.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook - Prep
Campland on the Bay
05.2023 - 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.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace during busy shifts.
- Maintained optimal food quality by adhering to strict guidelines for food safety and sanitation.
- Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
- Prepared various types of cuisine, showcasing versatility and adaptability in the kitchen environment.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by paying close attention to dietary restrictions and special requests.
- Adapted quickly to menu changes, demonstrating flexibility and keen ability to learn new recipes.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely preparation of ingredients, speeding up overall service time.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness, ensuring safe and hygienic work environment.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
- Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
Prep, Dishwasher, Cashier.
Toseeroll- Sushi Alaska
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Increased overall cleanliness of restaurant by regularly sweeping and mopping floors around dishwashing station.
- Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
- Demonstrated punctuality and reliability, consistently arriving on time for scheduled shifts.
- Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators, and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
- Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
- Reduced wait times by quickly completing customer orders and coordinating with kitchen staff for timely food preparation.
- Managed cash drawer accurately, ensuring proper handling of currency and daily reconciliation procedures.
- Enhanced guest experience with exceptional service and positive demeanor during checkout process.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean, organized cashier station for smooth operations.
- Acted as an ambassador for the restaurant brand, providing information about menu offerings and upcoming promotions when appropriate.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Maintained strict adherence to food safety regulations, promoting a clean and safe dining environment for guests.
- Assisted in menu knowledge training for new employees, contributing to improved team performance.
- Resolved potential conflicts between customers or staff members effectively, fostering a harmonious work environment.
- Addressed and resolved customer complaints, turning potential negative experiences into positive ones.
- Assisted customers in finding products, improving overall shopping experience.
- Enhanced customer experience by providing fast and accurate transaction processing.
- Implemented hygiene and safety protocols at cash register, ensuring customer confidence.
- Provided training to new hires on register operations, improving team efficiency.
- Fostered positive relationships with customers, leading to increase in positive reviews.
- Reinforced a culture of hygiene in the kitchen through regular hand washing and appropriate use of gloves when handling food items.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas, and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
- Handled high volume transactions calmly, maintaining composure under pressure and delivering excellent customer service.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure optimal efficiency during peak dining hours.
- Balanced multiple responsibilities simultaneously, prioritizing tasks according to immediate needs of the restaurant operation.
- Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
Line Cook
Applebee's Grill + Bar
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Increased kitchen productivity by keeping tools organized for easy access when needed.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using various kitchen equipment safely for efficient food preparation.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Ensured smooth kitchen operations during special events or private parties by collaborating with front-of-house staff and adjusting to specific client requests.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ry of orders, enhancing customer satisfactioensure timely deliven.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workstation.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Otay Ranch High School
Otay Ranch, California05-2012
Skills
- Customer assistance
- Highly motivated
- Work ethic and integrity
- Heavy lifting
- Cleaning and organization
- Patience and empathy
- Punctuality
- Efficient cleaning
- Professional attitude
- Cash handling
Languages
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Line Cook - Prep
Campland on the Bay
05.2023 - Current
Prep, Dishwasher, Cashier.
Toseeroll- Sushi Alaska
10.2022 - 05.2023
Line Cook
Applebee's Grill + Bar
08.2022 - 04.2023
High School Diploma -
Otay Ranch High School
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