Alan Benegas
Rancho Mirage
Summary
Detail-oriented cook specializing in kitchen organization and food safety. Proven expertise in time management and effective communication, ensuring timely service and a safe dining environment. Experienced in maintaining stringent food safety standards while maximizing kitchen efficiency. Committed to cleanliness and teamwork to enhance service quality and guest satisfaction.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
cook
LG's prime steak house
La Quinta
01.2025 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the kitchen workspace throughout shifts.
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure a safe dining experience for guests.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including grills, ovens, and fryers, safely and efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to deliver timely service during peak hours.
cook
Willie's Modern Fare
Rancho Mirage
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help my team select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
cook
Eigth4nine Restaurant and Lounge
Palm Springs
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of food-borne illnesses.
- Executed initial preparation for soups, sauces, and salads to ensure timely service.
- Organized storage areas to optimize space utilization and accessibility.
- Maintained safe operation of food prep equipment to uphold safety standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Martires De La Reforma
Mexico07-2023
Skills
- Kitchen organization
- Food safety
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Food waste reduction
- Health code adherence
- Knife skills
- Temperature control
- Cleaning and organization
- Grilling
- Positive and professional
Timeline
cook
LG's prime steak house
01.2025 - Current
cook
Eigth4nine Restaurant and Lounge
09.2023 - 02.2024
cook
Willie's Modern Fare
01.2023 - 12.2024
High School Diploma -
Martires De La Reforma
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