Yeni Elizabeth Martinez Portillo
Marnee Thai
SAN FRANCISCO
13
years of professional experience
I am From Apopa, El Salvador and I'm Dependable food service professional with experience in kitchen operations, customer service, and multitasking. Known for staying calm under pressure, keeping prep areas organized, and supporting smooth service. Strong attention to detail and consistent focus on quality and food safety.
Work History
Preparation Cook
10 Months- Prepared vegetables, proteins, and sauces according to recipes and kitchen standards.
- Maintained clean, organized prep stations to support smooth service flow.
- Followed food safety practices for storage, labeling, and cross-contamination prevention.
- Managed stock rotation system guaranteeing freshness of ingredients used for menu items.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow efficiency and maintain a positive work atmosphere.
- Contributed to the positive reputation of the restaurant through consistently high-quality food preparation, leading to increased customer traffic and satisfaction.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
Home Based Child Care
2 Years 2 Months- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations with children
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Improved in Hard Situations When Kid's where having a Hard time
- Organized Activities and IceBreakers for kids maintaining a smooth environment.
Cook
3 Months- Sanitized workstations, utensils, and equipment according to kitchen hygiene standards.
- Trained new kitchen staff on cooking methods, prep procedures, and safety practices.
- Replenished supplies and organized ingredients to maintain efficient kitchen operations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
Gardener's Helper
7 Months- Assisted with planting, pruning, and mulching to maintain healthy garden beds
- Watered plants and monitored soil moisture for consistent landscape care
- Removed weeds, debris, and dead growth to support tidy outdoor spaces
- Prepared tools and materials for daily gardening tasks and seasonal projects
- Prevented pest infestations by applying organic pesticides as needed, ensuring minimal environmental impact.
- Cleaned and organized garden equipment to maintain safe, efficient work areas
Cook
5 Years 1 Month- Prepared daily menu items, maintaining consistent flavor, portioning, and presentation standards.
- Coordinated kitchen workflow to keep service organized during peak meal periods.
- Monitored food quality, freshness, and temperature throughout preparation and holding.
- Managed ingredient rotation to reduce waste and support safe stock usage.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
Sales Associate
3 Years 5 Months- Assisted customers with product selection, recommendations, and purchase decisions.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems and cash handling procedures.
- Maintained organized merchandise displays to support store presentation and product visibility.
- Monitored inventory levels and replenished stock to prevent product shortages.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Frying techniques
Problem-solving
Goal-oriented
Customer service excellence
Vegetable prep
Cash handling
Stocking and receiving
Multitasking
Organizational management
Decision-making
Gardening techniques
Customer service
Timeline
Preparation Cook
Marnee Thai
12.2025 - 10.2026Read More
Home Based Child Care
Myself
09.2023 - 11.2025Read More
Cook
Memo's Food Truck
05.2023 - 08.2023Read More
Gardener's Helper
Personal Employer
10.2022 - 05.2023Read More
Cook
Comedor Esmeralda, Apopa
07.2017 - 08.2022Read More
Sales Associate
YLUFA Plaza Mundo Apopa
01.2014 - 06.2017Read More
Centro Escolar Distrito Italia
High School Diploma
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