Abraham De La Fuente
South Gate
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with experience at Legends, excelling in food preparation and team collaboration. Proven ability to enhance kitchen efficiency and maintain high health standards. Skilled in multitasking and knife techniques, I effectively supported senior cooks and streamlined service during peak hours, contributing to a positive dining experience.
Outgoing and dependable, with knack for creating harmonious kitchen environments. Knowledgeable about food safety protocols and culinary techniques, adept at efficiently preparing and presenting dishes. Dedicated to enhancing kitchen operations and ensuring customer satisfaction through high-quality meal preparation.
Developed strong culinary skills in fast-paced kitchen environment, including efficient food preparation and adherence to safety protocols. Looking to transition into new field where these skills can be applied to ensure smooth operations and high-quality results. Committed to leveraging teamwork and time-management abilities in new professional setting.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2nd Cook
Legends
07.2024 - Current
- Prepared ingredients and assisted in meal preparation according to established recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations, ensuring compliance with health standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including ovens, grills, and fryers.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food service during high-volume shifts.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and reporting shortages.
- Supported senior cooks in executing daily specials and menu items effectively.
- Implemented food storage practices that enhanced freshness and reduced waste.
Customer Service Representative
Southwest Airlines
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Assisted customers with booking inquiries and flight changes, ensuring a smooth travel experience.
- Resolved customer complaints efficiently, enhancing overall satisfaction and loyalty.
- Managed ticketing systems to process transactions accurately and promptly for travelers.
- Collaborated with team members to improve service delivery through effective communication strategies.
- Handled multiple customer interactions simultaneously, demonstrating strong multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Columbus Highschool
Downey, CANo Degree - Culinary
Cerritos College
Norwalk, California, CA05-2029
Skills
- Cooking methods
- Food preparation
- Knife skills
- Team management
- Multitasking and organization
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Food Handlers Certifications
- CPR certification
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
2nd Cook
Legends
07.2024 - Current
Customer Service Representative
Southwest Airlines
07.2024 - 10.2024
High School Diploma -
Columbus Highschool
No Degree - Culinary
Cerritos College