Maria Valencia
East Palo Alto
Summary
Experienced with food preparation, knife handling, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Utilizes efficient organizational skills to streamline kitchen processes and support chefs. Knowledge of food safety protocols and effective teamwork.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
Flagship Facility Services Inc.
09.2016 - 02.2025
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
Prep Cook
Bon Apptit Management
05.2013 - 09.2016
- Prepared ingredients by chopping, slicing, and dicing to ensure timely service.
- Operated kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, and fryers with safety protocols.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to comply with health standards.
- Assisted chefs in menu preparation by measuring and mixing ingredients efficiently.
Janitor
Ike’s Cleaning Service
05.2009 - 08.2013
Education
Menlo Altherton
Palo Alto, CA06.2005
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Cleaning and organization
- Customer service
- Safe food handling
- Dependable and reliable
- Team collaboration
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Prep Cook
Flagship Facility Services Inc.
09.2016 - 02.2025
Prep Cook
Bon Apptit Management
05.2013 - 09.2016
Janitor
Ike’s Cleaning Service
05.2009 - 08.2013
Menlo Altherton