Oscar Salazar
PORTERVILLE
Summary
Hardworking individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving techniques. Able to multitask and efficiently execute tasks at hand. Able to work in a team environment with others.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional time management skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
The Vault & Grill Bar
PORTERVILLE
09.2023 - Current
- Prepared ingredients for daily service and organized kitchen stations efficiently.
- Cooked menu items according to recipes and restaurant standards consistently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal preparation and delivery.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and work areas throughout shifts.
- Monitored inventory levels and communicated needs to management regularly.
- Adjusted cooking techniques based on customer feedback and dietary requirements.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and food safety practices daily.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
Neighborhood Expert
Applebee's Grill + Bar
PORTERVILLE
04.2018 - 09.2022
- Proper line set up
- Proper cooking temps being followed
- Teaching new employees
- Product rotation
- Break rotations
- Proper sanitation procedures
- Cooking/prepping
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Crew Trainer
Dennys Corp
PORTERVILLE
04.2016 - 12.2019
- Trained new crew members on operational procedures and customer service standards.
- Demonstrated efficient food preparation techniques to ensure quality and consistency.
- Coordinated team schedules to enhance workflow and coverage during peak hours.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas.
- Monitored inventory levels and communicated needs to management for restocking.
- Provided feedback to team members on performance to promote skill development.
- Facilitated ongoing training sessions to update crew on menu changes and specials.
- Instructed new team members on correct procedures for operations.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during training sessions.
Education
Porterville High School
Porterville, CASome College (No Degree) - Psychology
Porterville College
Porterville, CASkills
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Training and development
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Grill operation
- Food presentation
- Food storage
- Cleanliness standards
- Problem-solving
- Effective prioritization
- Food safety knowledge
- Cleaning and organization
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Have received high praise on food inspections with near perfect scores from health inspectors for the 3 years at Applebees
- Was also give a chefs coat and made a neighborhood expert on the work line for my hard work and dedication
Timeline
Line Cook
The Vault & Grill Bar
09.2023 - Current
Neighborhood Expert
Applebee's Grill + Bar
04.2018 - 09.2022
Crew Trainer
Dennys Corp
04.2016 - 12.2019
Porterville High School
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Porterville College