Maria Gonzalez
Minneapolis
Summary
Detail-oriented food prep cook with a strong focus on cleanliness and food safety. Proven ability to train staff and enhance kitchen processes for optimal efficiency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Prep Cook
Macanda
Wayzata, MN
05.2021 - Current
- Prepared ingredients according to specifications to ensure consistency and quality in food presentation.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including slicers and mixers, while adhering to safety protocols.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of workstations throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food prep processes for efficiency.
- Monitored inventory levels, ensuring timely replenishment of supplies as needed.
- Implemented best practices for food storage, reducing waste and improving freshness.
- Trained new staff on proper food preparation techniques and kitchen safety standards.
- Conducted regular quality checks on prepared dishes to maintain high culinary standards.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Assembled, stored and disposed of food using proper food handling, labeling and safety techniques.
- Maintained a safe working environment by following food safety guidelines and proper equipment usage.
- Collaborated with other cooks for seamless teamwork, ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.
- Upheld high standards of food quality by regularly inspecting ingredients for freshness and discarding any subpar items.
- Contributed to positive team morale with strong communication skills and a collaborative attitude during busy shifts.
Food Prep Cook
Champs americana restaurant
Minnetonka, MN
06.2011 - 03.2019
- Excelled under pressure during peak service hours, maintaining accuracy and speed throughout meal rushes.
- Coordinated food preparation and timed completion to allow prompt serving of tasty, plentiful and nutritious food at correct temperature to valued customers.
- Enhanced food quality by adhering to proper preparation techniques and maintaining a clean work area.
- Improved overall kitchen workflow by multitasking effectively and anticipating needs of fellow staff members.
Education
High School Diploma -
Luis Rogerio Gonzalez
Azogues, EcuadorSkills
- Cleanliness standards
- Safe food handling
- Food presentation
- Team collaboration
- Health code compliance
- Foodservice
- Knife skills
- Sanitation practices
- Restaurant equipment care
- Ingredient preparation
- Stock rotation
- Guest services
- Food storage
- Temperature monitoring
- Food safety
- Workstation maintenance
- Inventory stocking
- Storage management
- Quick-learning
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Dependable and reliable
- Highly motivated
- Time management
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Food Prep Cook
Macanda
05.2021 - Current
Food Prep Cook
Champs americana restaurant
06.2011 - 03.2019
High School Diploma -
Luis Rogerio Gonzalez