Lennon Montufar
Bakersfield
Summary
Dedicated Kitchen Professional and Shift Lead with over 4 years of experience in high-volume culinary environments. Proven expertise in station management, team leadership, and maintaining rigorous food safety standards. Bilingual (English/Spanish) and committed to operational efficiency and team collaboration.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
Moo Scratch Kitchen
Bakersfield, CA
04.2026 - Current
- Coordinating with front-of-house staff to ensure timely plate delivery and customer satisfaction during high-volume periods.
- Preparing multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Assisting in inventory management, tracking ingredient usage to minimize waste and optimize supplies.
Cook / Shift Lead
Tacos La Villa
Bakersfield, CA
06.2024 - 07.2025
- Supervised daily kitchen operations, ensuring all staff adhered to company hygiene and safety protocols.
- Optimized drive-through performance by coordinating communication between front-of-house and kitchen staff to reduce wait times.
- Facilitated training for new hires on station requirements, food prep, and nightly closing procedures.
Direct Service Professional
California Mentor
Bakersfield, CA
02.2022 - 06.2024
- Supported individuals with daily living activities, enhancing independence and quality of life.
- Implemented individualized care plans, specifically behavioral and nutritional plans
- Managed medication administration for multiple clients following strict protocols to ensure proper dosage and adherence.
Skills
- Team Training & Mentorship
- Shift Supervision
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Conflict Resolution
- Food Safety (HACCP) Compliance
- Inventory Management (FIFO)
- Dietary PLanning
- Facility Opening/Closing
- Pizza Station & Dough Prep
- Grill & Line Work
- High-Volume Food Prep
- Industrial Kitchen Equipment
Certification
- ServSafe
Timeline
Line Cook
Moo Scratch Kitchen
04.2026 - Current
Cook / Shift Lead
Tacos La Villa
06.2024 - 07.2025
Direct Service Professional
California Mentor
02.2022 - 06.2024