Jay Maldonado
Whittier
Summary
Dynamic line cook with extensive experience at Proper Hotel, excelling in high-volume and refined service. Expert in precise plating and mise en place, ensuring exceptional food quality. Proven team collaborator, adept at executing diverse cooking techniques and maintaining food safety standards, contributing to successful events and memorable dining experiences.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook 1
Proper Hotel
Los Angeles
06.2023 - Current
- Versatile and dependable line cook with comprehensive station experience across sauté, pantry, grill, and oven at Cara Cara and Caldo Verde—two chef-driven outlets under Suzanne Goin.
- Proven ability to execute in both high-volume service and refined event settings, including prix fixe menus, tray-passed hors d'oeuvres, and specialty brunches. Most experienced with tea service in making small sandwiches with precise cuts and garnishing.
- Skilled in precise plating, clean mise en place, and effective team communication under chef-driven standards. Familiar with other techniques such as roasting, blanching, pureeing, and refined knife skills.
Line Cook
California Grill
Whittier
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with the kitchen managers and head cook on high-volume events, like buffets and catering.
- Worked at all services and stations to the managers' standards.
- Refined my skills in serving perfect breakfast dishes , salads and sandwiches, small bites and apps.
Education
High School Diploma -
Whittier High School
Whittier, CA05-2021
Skills
- Mise en place
- Precise plating
- Food safety
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- High-volume cooking
- Time management
- Team collaboration
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Line Cook 1
Proper Hotel
06.2023 - Current
Line Cook
California Grill
06.2022 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Whittier High School
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