Noheli Martinez
Los Angeles
Summary
High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation. Hardworking and enthusiastic trained cook 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. Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Child Development Center
06.2016 - 07.2020
- Served breakfast, lunch and dinner for 240+ kids
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Adapted menus seasonally, incorporating fresh produce to create visually appealing and flavorful dishes.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
Cook
Walt Disney World
Orlando, FL
01.2014 - 06.2016
- Enhanced cooking techniques by assisting in the preparation of a diverse range of dishes.
- Improved presentation skills by plating and garnishing meals for restaurant guests.
- Developed culinary knowledge by working with experienced chefs in various kitchen stations.
- Contributed to team efficiency by maintaining cleanliness and organization in all work areas.
- Expedited food preparation, ensuring prompt service during peak dining hours.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced [Type] environment.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Cook
Le Cordon Bleu College Of Culinary Arts
04.2013 - 07.2013
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Pasadena
Pasadena, CA08.2014
Skills
- Meal Preparation
- Food Quality
- Food Inventories
- Menu Planning
- Food Plating and Presentation
- Food Safety and Sanitation
- Special diets understanding
- Time management
- Cooking techniques
- Grilling techniques
- Poaching techniques
- Frying techniques
- Garnishing techniques
- Plating techniques
- Cold food preparation
- Knife skills
- Food storage
- Multitasking abilities
- Customer service
Timeline
Chef
Child Development Center
06.2016 - 07.2020
Cook
Walt Disney World
01.2014 - 06.2016
Cook
Le Cordon Bleu College Of Culinary Arts
04.2013 - 07.2013
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Pasadena
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