Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Outdoors, Hiking, Trying New Hobbies
Languages
Timeline
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MALENY ALVAREZ-TORRES

San Bernardino

Summary

Hardworking and enthusiastic trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Cook

Ssp America
06.2023 - Current
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality dishes in a timely manner.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Mastered various cooking techniques, broadening menu offerings and introducing innovative dishes.
  • Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.

Sauce Cook/Prep Cook

The Cheesecake Factory
04.2020 - 03.2023
  • Enhanced sauce quality by implementing innovative cooking techniques and ingredient combinations.
  • Boosted kitchen efficiency by streamlining the sauce preparation process for multiple dishes.
  • Maintained high-quality sauce production through consistent adherence to established recipes and guidelines.
  • Collaborated with chefs on creating new, flavorful sauces that complemented various menu offerings.
  • Ensured food safety by strictly adhering to sanitation standards during sauce preparation and storage.
  • Conducted regular taste tests to guarantee consistency in flavor profiles across all sauces produced.

SECRETARY/DELIVERY/ORDER PARTS

MG TRANSMISSION
11.2013 - 11.2021
  • Enhanced office efficiency by streamlining filing systems and organizing documents.
  • Facilitated communication between departments for improved collaboration and project success.
  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling appointments and meetings to optimize time management.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements for senior staff, ensuring smooth business trips with minimal disruptions.

Kitchen Prep Cook

SLATERS 50/50
11.2016 - 11.2019
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by preparing ingredients and assembling dishes according to recipes.
  • Supported culinary team by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, reducing preparation time.
  • Streamlined dish assembly with proper portioning and presentation, contributing to consistent quality.
  • Reduced food waste by effectively managing ingredient inventory and rotating products as needed.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with staff members.
  • Maintained high sanitation standards, adhering to local health department guidelines and ensuring food safety.

Kitchen Utility Worker

YardHouse Darden Restaurants
01.2011 - 11.2013
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workspaces for seamless food preparation.
  • Reduced food waste with proper storage and rotation of ingredients to ensure freshness and costeffectiveness.
  • Enhanced team productivity by collaborating closely with co-workers, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
  • Ensured high food safety standards by diligently following sanitation and cleanliness guidelines at all times.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment, fostering strong relationships with team members and supervisors alike.

Education

Henry J. Kaiser High School
Fontana, CA

Skills

  • Recipe adaptation
  • Grilling techniques
  • Sauce making
  • Food preparation
  • Food safety knowledge
  • Cleanliness standards
  • Portion control
  • Time management
  • Teamwork abilities
  • Continuous learning
  • Knife skills

Outdoors, Hiking, Trying New Hobbies

I love to go outdoors wether its hiking, just going for walks or planting. Also love to try new things out to learn new tasks and just to be able to explore what the world has to offer us.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Line Cook

Ssp America
06.2023 - Current

Sauce Cook/Prep Cook

The Cheesecake Factory
04.2020 - 03.2023

Kitchen Prep Cook

SLATERS 50/50
11.2016 - 11.2019

SECRETARY/DELIVERY/ORDER PARTS

MG TRANSMISSION
11.2013 - 11.2021

Kitchen Utility Worker

YardHouse Darden Restaurants
01.2011 - 11.2013

Henry J. Kaiser High School
MALENY ALVAREZ-TORRES