Elodia Torres
Hesperia
Summary
Dedicated kitchen professional with expertise in food preparation, safe food handling, and customer service. Committed to enhancing kitchen workflows and training staff to ensure high-quality food service.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Cook
Mexican Food Restaurant
01.2017 - 11.2025
- Prepared and cooked authentic Mexican dishes following established recipes and standards.
- Ensured food safety and sanitation practices in compliance with health regulations.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes and improve efficiency.
- Trained new kitchen personnel on equipment usage, cooking techniques, and safety protocols.
Kitchen Supervisor
Los Caporales Restaurant
02.2012 - 02.2016
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and adherence to safety standards.
- Trained new employees on food safety regulations and kitchen workflows, enhancing team performance.
- Implemented inventory management systems to optimize ingredient usage and reduce waste.
- Maintained quality control by monitoring food presentation and taste consistency across menu items.
Retail Sales Associate
Lunas Thrift Store
08.2005 - 03.2008
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues efficiently.
- Maintained organized merchandise displays to enhance store aesthetics and accessibility.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking stock levels, and coordinating restocking efforts.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems while ensuring compliance with cash handling procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
IN MEXICO
Skills
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Food preparation
- Safe food handling
- Customer service
- Food presentation
- Ingredient preparation
- Stock making
- Portion control
- Equipment inspection
- Order management
- Customer assistance
- Ingredient measuring
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Kitchen Cook
Mexican Food Restaurant
01.2017 - 11.2025
Kitchen Supervisor
Los Caporales Restaurant
02.2012 - 02.2016
Retail Sales Associate
Lunas Thrift Store
08.2005 - 03.2008
High School Diploma -
IN MEXICO