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Ricardo Cardenas

San Diego, CA

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with experience at Spring Valley Swap Meet, excelling in food preparation and kitchen safety. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through exceptional service and effective problem-solving. Adept at ingredient management and team collaboration, consistently maintaining high standards in a fast-paced environment. Skilled cook's assistant with experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Demonstrates strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, recipe development, and kitchen sanitation principles. Known for providing outstanding support to head cooks while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and efficiency. Previous roles highlight ability to facilitate smooth kitchen operations and contribute positively to overall team performance.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Cook's Assistant

Spring Valley swaap meet
Spring Valley
11.2024 - 02.2025
  • Weighed, measured, and mixed ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment.
  • Prepared salads, soups, and sandwiches according to customer's orders or supervisor's instructions and approved procedures.
  • Assisted head chef by chopping and preparing cooking ingredients.
  • Assisted in prepping ingredients for meals by washing, peeling, and cutting vegetables.
  • Placed food trays over warmers for immediate service or stored in refrigerated storage cabinets.
  • Carried out basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces and parboiling food.
  • Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
  • Safely operated kitchen equipment, including industrial-size mixers and knife sharpening tools.
  • Followed health and safety regulations while handling food and beverages.
  • Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and utensils.
  • Assisted in cooking and plating dishes according to restaurant standards.

Cashier

Rimat
Tijuana
02.2024 - 02.2025
  • Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
  • Assisted customers over the phone regarding store operations, product information and order placement.
  • Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
  • Answered customer questions and provided store information.
  • Checked personal identifications during alcohol and tobacco sales.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally in accordance with company policy.
  • Scanned items and checked pricing on cash register for accuracy.
  • Maintained work area and kept cash drawer organized.
  • Built and maintained productive relationships with employees.
  • Verified customer age requirement for alcohol or tobacco purchases.
  • Performed other duties as assigned by management.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ramona High School
Riverside CA
06-2024

Skills

  • Food preparation
  • Kitchen safety
  • Ingredient management
  • Customer service
  • Cash handling
  • Time management
  • Menu knowledge
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem solving
  • Food portioning and packaging
  • Self motivation
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Safe handling
  • Dishwasher operation
  • Chopping vegetables
  • Adaptability

Languages

Spanish
First Language
English
Elementary (A2)
A2

Timeline

Cook's Assistant

Spring Valley swaap meet
11.2024 - 02.2025

Cashier

Rimat
02.2024 - 02.2025

High School Diploma -

Ramona High School
Ricardo Cardenas