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Leonel Martinez

Los Angeles

Summary

Customer-oriented Wait Staff Member with experience in service industry. Excellent interpersonal communication skills with focus on guest satisfaction when interacting with patrons. Licensed for preparation and sale of alcoholic beverages, bar procedures and liquor laws.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Pantry Line Cook

Beverly Hills Hotel
12.2005 - 11.2023
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate preparation of menu items.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work station, contributing to overall kitchen efficiency.
  • Assisted in the development of new recipes and menu items for seasonal offerings.
  • Collaborated with fellow line cooks to maintain consistent food quality across all stations.
  • Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and managing portion sizes.
  • Expedited orders effectively during peak hours, providing excellent service under high-pressure situations.
  • Contributed to successful catering events by preparing large quantities of appetizers and salads according to client specifications.
  • Continuously refined culinary skills through ongoing training sessions and workshops led by senior chefs or industry professionals.

Salad Bar Attendant

Hilton Hotel & Resorts
11.2001 - 09.2015
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining a clean and well-stocked salad bar throughout the day.
  • Ensured freshness of offerings by regularly monitoring and replacing ingredients as necessary.
  • Supported efficient restaurant operations by promptly preparing additional items during peak hours.
  • Increased customer loyalty with friendly service and attentiveness to dietary restrictions or preferences.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely replenishment of popular items during busy shifts.
  • Helped maintain a safe dining environment by adhering to proper food handling guidelines and protocols.
  • Placed clean plates and utensils at beginning of salad bar for patron self-service.

Dishwasher

Hilton Hotel & Resorts
10.1993 - 03.2005
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace for fellow staff members.
  • Reduced dish breakage by carefully handling delicate items during the washing process.
  • Ensured consistent cleanliness by adhering to strict sanitation procedures for all dishes, utensils, and equipment.
  • Supported overall restaurant operations by promptly restocking clean dishes and utensils in designated areas.
  • Assisted with basic food preparation tasks as needed, helping expedite meal service for guests.
  • Completed additional cleaning tasks within the kitchen area, contributing to an overall sanitary work environment.
  • Minimized cross-contamination risks by following proper procedures for washing cutting boards, knives, and other essential tools.
  • Exceeded health code standards with diligent attention to detail when cleaning all surfaces within the dishwashing area.

Education

GED -

BERENTDO
LOS ANGELES
06.1998

Skills

  • Sanitation Practices
  • Food Preparation
  • Menu Planning
  • Food Presentation
  • Banquet Coordination
  • Billing and Payment Processing
  • Alcohol Ordering
  • Safe Handling Standards
  • Food Service Promotion
  • Dietary Restrictions
  • Equipment Maintenance

Timeline

Pantry Line Cook

Beverly Hills Hotel
12.2005 - 11.2023

Salad Bar Attendant

Hilton Hotel & Resorts
11.2001 - 09.2015

Dishwasher

Hilton Hotel & Resorts
10.1993 - 03.2005

GED -

BERENTDO

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