Sam Barrera
Temple City
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook's Assistant/Food Service Worker
Arcadia Living
05.2022 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
Cook
Arcadia Retirement Village
08.2019 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Ensured adherence to dietary restrictions like gluten-free or vegan options without compromising taste or presentation.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Managed kitchen budget for supplies and labor hours, consistently meeting targets.
Cook
Santa Anita Retirement Center
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
- Ensured adherence to dietary restrictions like gluten-free or vegan options without compromising taste or presentation.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Trained and supervised cooking staff to expertly meet daily needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Arroyo High School
El Monte, CA06.2016
Skills
- Customer Service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Sanitation
- Supply Restocking
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Effective planner
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Multitasking and Organization
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Cook's Assistant/Food Service Worker
Arcadia Living
05.2022 - Current
Cook
Santa Anita Retirement Center
07.2021 - 05.2022
Cook
Arcadia Retirement Village
08.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Arroyo High School
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