Manuel Amaya German
Hermosillo,SON
Summary
Motivated Prep Cook with strong food preparation and kitchen organization skills. Ensures compliance with food safety standards while maintaining a clean workspace. Committed to supporting team efforts during busy shifts to enhance overall service quality.
Dedicated Baker skilled in precise measurements and mixing techniques for high-quality artisanal breads and pastries. Collaborates effectively with team members to optimize workflow during peak hours. Focuses on maintaining cleanliness and organization to uphold health standards.
Reliable individual with strong attention to detail and multitasking abilities. Brings initiative and positivity to kitchen environments while adapting quickly to new challenges. Eager to contribute to team goals and support a productive workplace.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook and Baker
Elsa Glorias Bakery
2026.01 - Current
- Prepared ingredients efficiently for daily bakery operations.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace.
- Followed food safety protocols to ensure product quality and compliance.
- Executed precise measurements and mixing techniques for dough preparation.
- Supported team members during high-volume service periods.
- Adapted quickly to changing menu items and special orders.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
Baker
Panadería Señor Sol
2020.02 - 2022.04
- Prepared and baked a variety of artisanal breads and pastries daily.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of baking stations to ensure compliance with health standards.
- Monitored inventory levels and assisted in ordering supplies to meet production needs.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow during peak hours for efficient service.
Prep Cook
Pine Canyon Club
2011.04 - 2011.10
- Prepared high-quality ingredients for daily menu items, ensuring freshness and presentation standards.
- Assisted chefs in executing complex dishes, maintaining a smooth workflow during peak hours.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations, adhering to strict food safety regulations.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, demonstrating safe handling practices and maintenance protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes, reducing wait times for service.
- Implemented inventory management practices, ensuring optimal stock levels of ingredients and supplies.
- 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.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace during busy shifts.
- Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.
- Supported the success of daily operations by assisting chefs with ingredient prep work as needed.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Instituto Miravalle
Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico1979-06
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Cleaning and organization
- Customer service
- Safe food handling
- Efficient multitasking
- Time management
- Following instructions
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Cleanliness
- Quick-learning
- Highly motivated
- Dependable and reliable
- Kitchen organization
- Inventory stocking
- Food storage
- Preparation speed
- Team collaboration
- Active listener
- Sanitation practices
- Flexible schedule
- Basic cooking techniques
- Knife skills
- Chopping vegetables
- Cross-contamination prevention
- Workstation maintenance
- Measuring ingredients
- Equipment sanitation
- Proper portioning
- Ingredient preparation
- Food quality control
- Vegetable prep
- Food spoilage prevention
- Interpersonal communication
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Heavy lifting
- Temperature monitoring
- Portion control
- Food waste reduction
- Sauce preparation
- Recipe adherence
- Willingness to learn
- Cleaning and sanitizing
Languages
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Prep Cook and Baker
Elsa Glorias Bakery
2026.01 - Current
Baker
Panadería Señor Sol
2020.02 - 2022.04
Prep Cook
Pine Canyon Club
2011.04 - 2011.10
High School Diploma -
Instituto Miravalle