Merlin Serpas
Lake Forest
Summary
Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Hardworking fast food professional offering dynamic skill set including various food preparation techniques. Brings several years of experience to hardworking food service teams. Committed to maintaining clean, efficient kitchens and smooth food prep operations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2024
2024
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Prep Cook
Duke’s Huntington Beach
Huntington Beach
06.2024 - Current
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace.
- Assisted chefs in cooking and plating dishes during peak hours.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Prep Cook
Saigon Beach
Newport Beach
06.2020 - 04.2025
- Operated kitchen equipment, such as mixers and ovens, with care.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance kitchen workflow.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported shortages to management.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
- Organized and labeled stock of ingredients to maintain needed inventory levels.
- Communicated effectively with fellow staff members regarding meal preparations.
- Helped train and develop new talent.
Waitress Trainee
Greenleaf kitchen
Costa Mesa
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Assisted customers with menu selections and provided detailed descriptions.
- Prepared tables by setting up utensils, napkins, and condiments.
- Took customer orders accurately and communicated them to the kitchen staff.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining area by clearing tables and sanitizing surfaces.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient service during peak hours.
- Resolved customer inquiries and concerns in a friendly manner.
Soccer Coach
Estancia High School
Costa Mesa
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Developed practice plans to enhance player skills and teamwork.
- Instructed student-athletes on soccer techniques and game strategies.
- Coordinated team schedules and transportation for competitions.
- Organized conditioning sessions to improve player fitness levels.
- Organized and led drills to improve player technique and tactical awareness.
- Developed team strategies, tactics, formations, and set plays for competitive matches.
Education
Kinesiology
Irvine Valley College
Irvine, CA 09.2021 - 02.2024
Estancia High School
Costa Mesa, CASkills
- Food preparation
- Inventory management
- Kitchen safety
- Equipment operation
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Effective training
- Attention to detail
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Timeline
Prep Cook
Duke’s Huntington Beach
06.2024 - Current
Waitress Trainee
Greenleaf kitchen
09.2023 - 06.2024
Soccer Coach
Estancia High School
11.2022 - 02.2023
Kinesiology
Irvine Valley College
09.2021 - 02.2024
Prep Cook
Saigon Beach
06.2020 - 04.2025
Estancia High School