Alexander Sandoval
South Lake Tahoe
Summary
Results-driven culinary professional with expertise in food processing and kitchen operations. Ensures high safety and cleanliness standards while enhancing team performance and delivering timely meal service. Detail-oriented in food preparation and handling, with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Prep Cook
OVG-Tahoe Event Center
South Lake Tahoe
07.2024 - Current
- Prepared ingredients by washing, chopping, and measuring for daily menu items.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, including knives, mixers, and ovens.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
- Checked freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
- Helped train and develop new talent.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
Line Cook
Kalani's
South Lake Tahoe
06.2021 - 09.2025
- Prepared ingredients and maintained cleanliness in kitchen workstations.
- Followed recipes and cooking techniques for various menu items.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during meal preparation.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures and best practices.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service.
Education
Culinary Arts Certificate - Culinary Arts
Lake Tahoe Community College
South Lake Tahoe, CA06-2024
High School Diploma -
South Tahoe High School
South Lake Tahoe, CA06-2022
Skills
- food preparation
- cooking techniques
- kitchen safety
- food storage
- Food processing
- Inventory management
- Process optimization
- Time Management
- Teamwork
- Customer interaction
- Communication
Certification
- American Culinary Federation Education Foundation
Timeline
Prep Cook
OVG-Tahoe Event Center
07.2024 - Current
Line Cook
Kalani's
06.2021 - 09.2025
Culinary Arts Certificate - Culinary Arts
Lake Tahoe Community College
High School Diploma -
South Tahoe High School