Eduardo Heriberto Martinez Castillo
Toronto,ON
Summary
Driven and adaptable Cook's Assistant, excelling in fast-paced environments and demonstrating expertise in food preparation and sanitation practices. Skilled in team supervision and conflict negotiation, ensuring high-quality food presentation and enhancing kitchen efficiency. Achieved a significant reduction in kitchen waste through meticulous stock rotation and ingredient preparation.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook's Assistant
ALMA+GIL
Toronto, ON
08.2023 - Current
- Worked with chef to prepare daily food specials and other supplies.
- Followed recipes closely for consistent taste, quality and presentation.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Prepared food orders to support waitstaff and other team members.
- Prepped ingredients using blenders, mixers and slicers to achieve recipe requirements.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Removed expired food and beverages from storage and reviewed inventory for upcoming expirations dates.
- Portioned meals according to recipe specifications, limiting kitchen waste.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
Cook's Assistant
BISTRO ESSENCE
Vaughan, ON
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
CORDINADOR DE ENTRENAMIENTO
Chili's Bar And Grill
LEON GUANAJUATO MEXICO
03.2013 - 02.2018
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Cook's Assistant
Sirloin Stockade
LEON GUANAJUATO MEXICO
01.2012 - 03.2013
- Followed recipes closely for consistent taste, quality and presentation.
- Worked on salads, desserts and meat preparation to increase kitchen speed.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Prepped ingredients using blenders, mixers and slicers to achieve recipe requirements.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Removed expired food and beverages from storage and reviewed inventory for upcoming expirations dates.
- Portioned meals according to recipe specifications, limiting kitchen waste.
- Monitored food quality and temperature for safe consumption.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
Cook
Pollo Feliz
LEON GUANAJUATO MEXICO
01.2005 - 01.2011
- Worked on salads, desserts and meat preparation to increase kitchen speed.
- Removed expired food and beverages from storage and reviewed inventory for upcoming expirations dates.
- Operated food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.
- Lifted and carried heavy materials.
Education
High School Diploma -
CNCI
LEON GUANAJUATO MEXICODIPLOMADO EN INFORMATICA AVANZADA -
EDUBYTE
LEON GTO MEXICODiploma -
ENGLISH HERE
LEON GUANAJUATO MEXICOSkills
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Food Preparation
- Ingredient Preparation
- Safe Food Handling
- Sanitation Practices
- Food presentation
- Cooking techniques
- Menu item preparation
- Ingredient Identification
- Stock Rotation
- Plates presentation
- Quality Control
- Supervisory skills
- Team Supervision
- Work Coordination
- Dishwasher Operation
- Food Production
- Dessert Preparation
- Conflict Negotiation
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Japanese
Elementary
Timeline
Cook's Assistant
ALMA+GIL
08.2023 - Current
Cook's Assistant
BISTRO ESSENCE
05.2023 - 08.2023
CORDINADOR DE ENTRENAMIENTO
Chili's Bar And Grill
03.2013 - 02.2018
Cook's Assistant
Sirloin Stockade
01.2012 - 03.2013
Cook
Pollo Feliz
01.2005 - 01.2011
High School Diploma -
CNCI
DIPLOMADO EN INFORMATICA AVANZADA -
EDUBYTE
Diploma -
ENGLISH HERE