Ilder Castillo
Canyon Country
Summary
Dedicated cook with expertise in food preparation, sanitation, and multitasking. Proven ability to streamline kitchen operations while maintaining high standards of hygiene and quality.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar
Valencia, CA
01.2022 - Current
- Prepared high-quality dishes following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Managed food inventory and ensured proper storage procedures to maintain freshness.
- Collaborated with kitchen team to execute timely meal service during peak hours.
- Trained new culinary staff on kitchen operations, safety protocols, and best practices.
- Implemented sanitation standards and maintained cleanliness of workstations and equipment.
- Streamlined food preparation processes to enhance kitchen efficiency and reduce waste.
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures for optimal food quality and safety compliance.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
- Ensured compliance with all food safety regulations, maintaining record of excellence in health inspections.
Cook
Panera Bread
Valencia, CA
03.2024 - 02.2026
- Assisted in menu planning by providing feedback on seasonal ingredients and dish popularity.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, ensuring safe dining environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hart High School
Newhall, CA05-2000
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Sanitation
- Supply restocking
- Sanitation practices
- Contamination prevention
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Cook
Panera Bread
03.2024 - 02.2026
Cook
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar
01.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
Hart High School