Jorge Mota
San Diego
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Grocery Clerk
Sprouts Farmer Market
San Diego
03.2020 - Current
- Assisted customers in locating products throughout the store.
- Stocked shelves with fresh produce, ensuring proper product rotation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in grocery aisles and storage areas.
- Collaborated with team members to manage inventory levels effectively.
- Educated customers on product features and dietary options available.
- Handled product returns and exchanges according to company policies.
- Monitored expiration dates on perishable goods, removing outdated items promptly.
- Stocked shelves, rotated merchandise and ensured product freshness.
- Cleaned shelves and restocked with new inventory when products stock ran low.
- Utilized knowledge of store layout to direct customers towards desired items quickly.
- Assisted customers with locating items in the store, answered questions about products and prices.
- Examined grocery products to immediately remove from stock expired or spoiled items, adhering to "first in, first out" rule.
- Followed company guidelines for cleaning and sanitizing work surfaces and equipment.
Cook 1
Lionfish Modern Coastal Cuisine
San Diego
06.2021 - 11.2023
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
- Took inventory counts before and after shifts to complete food inventory or storage sheets.
- Prepared fresh ingredients for salads, garnishes, and cold appetizers.
- Prepared and grilled various meats to ensure high-quality flavor.
Chef
All Aspects Catering & Events
San Diego
07.2018 - 03.2020
- Executed timely meal preparation for large-scale events and gatherings.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
- Stored foods correctly using correct storage containers and labelling systems.
- Inspected kitchen equipment for cleanliness and functionality prior to use.
- Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
- Adhered to budget guidelines when purchasing ingredients and equipment.
- Met with clients to discuss menus and meal options for weddings and banquets.
- Created weekly schedules for employees based on projected business volume.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
Line Cook
Compass Group USA
San Diego
01.2009 - 06.2018
- Prepared a variety of breakfast dishes in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Assisted in training new cooks on recipes and kitchen protocols.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen workstations throughout service.
- Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Adhered to portion controls and presentation specifications.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
San Diego City College
San Diego, CAAccomplishments
- Compass Group Employee of the Year 2012
- Lionfish Employee of the month 2022
- Sprouts Employee of the month 2020,2024, 2025
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cook 1
Lionfish Modern Coastal Cuisine
06.2021 - 11.2023
Grocery Clerk
Sprouts Farmer Market
03.2020 - Current
Chef
All Aspects Catering & Events
07.2018 - 03.2020
Line Cook
Compass Group USA
01.2009 - 06.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
San Diego City College
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