David Tapia Vazquez
St. John's,Canada
Summary
Hardworking Cook bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths and an expertise in Mexican Cuisine.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Casa Amigos
St. John's, NL
09.2024 - Current
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Performed basic administrative duties such as inventory management, ordering supplies.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
Cook
Rocket Bakery & Fresh Food
St. John's
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Assisted in developing new recipes or modifying existing ones for better taste or efficiency.
Child Caregiver
A. Rosann England
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Supervised meal times to ensure proper nutrition and hydration.
- Assisted with the development of motor skills by playing outdoor sports and physical activities.
- Organized age-appropriate activities such as arts and crafts, games and educational lessons.
Line Cook
Cojones
St. John's
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
Universidad Autonoma Metropolitana
Mexico City, Mexico05-1999
Skills
- Grilling
- Fine Dining
- Food presentation
- Customer Service
- Dish preparation
- Food handling
- Recipe-based cooking
- Culinary Art
- Frying
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cook
Casa Amigos
09.2024 - Current
Cook
Rocket Bakery & Fresh Food
04.2022 - 08.2023
Child Caregiver
A. Rosann England
08.2020 - 12.2021
Line Cook
Cojones
09.2019 - 12.2019
BBA - Business Administration
Universidad Autonoma Metropolitana
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