Maria Lara
Fullerton
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Pan Asian, excelling in food safety and menu planning. Proven track record of enhancing kitchen efficiency and elevating guest satisfaction through innovative recipes and strong teamwork. Skilled in grilling techniques, ensuring high-quality food assembly under pressure while fostering a collaborative work environment.
Professional culinary leader prepared for this role with solid background in high-pressure kitchen environments. Known for exceptional skills in meal preparation, menu planning, and maintaining kitchen efficiency. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adapting seamlessly to changing needs. Renowned for reliability, culinary creativity, and rigorous adherence to food safety standards.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Line Cook
Pan Asian Lead Cook , Mange 5 Stations to Serve for Lunch Time.
11.2019 - Current
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, fostering camaraderie and a strong sense of teamwork.
- Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
Breakfast Line Cook
Line Cook Experienced in Breakfast Meals Making Food to Order.
04.2009 - Current
- Mastered various cooking techniques such as poaching, grilling, and sautéing to produce a diverse array of breakfast dishes.
- Elevated guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs or requests whenever possible.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency by implementing proper food prep techniques and organization methods.
- Ensured prompt delivery of hot, delicious breakfast items under tight time constraints during peak service hours.
Lead Prep Cook
Manage Food Prep Making Sure the Prep Is Available for the Menu.
09.2014 - 10.2019
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and implementing effective time management techniques.
- Contributed to menu development with innovative recipes and creative plating techniques, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Reduced order errors by clearly labeling prepped items with necessary information like dates, ingredient names, and allergens.
- Assumed leadership role when necessary during busy services or staff absences, coordinating team efforts to meet demand without sacrificing quality or speed of service.
Education
No Degree -
Anaheim HS
Anaheim, CA06-2007
Skills
- Food safety knowledge
- Food assembly
- Grilling techniques
- Menu planning
Languages
English
Timeline
Lead Line Cook
Pan Asian Lead Cook , Mange 5 Stations to Serve for Lunch Time.
11.2019 - Current
Lead Prep Cook
Manage Food Prep Making Sure the Prep Is Available for the Menu.
09.2014 - 10.2019
Breakfast Line Cook
Line Cook Experienced in Breakfast Meals Making Food to Order.
04.2009 - Current
No Degree -
Anaheim HS
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