Francisco Cuevas
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Dynamic Cook Manager with a proven track record at Saint Joseph Hospital, enhancing kitchen efficiency and reducing food waste through effective portion control. Skilled in food pairings and sanitation standards, I excel in fostering teamwork and collaboration, ensuring high-quality meal preparation and customer satisfaction. Reliable and organized, I consistently deliver exceptional culinary experiences.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Manager
Saint Joseph Hospital
Tucson, Arizona
10.2021 - Current
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep processes and optimizing ingredient usage.
- Adapted cooking methods to accommodate special dietary requests without compromising dish integrity or taste.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper portion control techniques and monitoring inventory levels.
- Trained new hires on kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and recipe execution to maintain consistency in service quality.
- Coordinated with catering staff to deliver food services for special events and functions.
- Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Pitched in to work line during busy periods or in place of sick employees.
- Maximized flavor profiles by expertly pairing ingredients, experimenting with various cooking techniques, and adjusting seasoning as needed.
Cook Operator
St. Mary Hospital
Tucson, Arizona
05.2007 - 10.2021
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by preparing high-quality meals in a timely manner.
- Cleaned static product build-up outside of fryer during breaks in line-flow and when instructed.
- Maintained clean and organized kitchen workspace for optimal efficiency and safety standards.
- Safely operated various kitchen equipment, maintaining them properly to prevent accidents or malfunctions during service hours.
- Reduced food waste through effective portion control and efficient meal planning.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering open communication channels among team members regarding best practices and areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow and consistent delivery of well-prepared dishes.
- Prepared food items according to recipe to drive quality and consistency.
Skills
- Sanitation standards
- Food pairings
- Temperature control
- Knife skills
- Food presentation
- Food storage
- Meal planning
- Waste reduction
- Recipe creation
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Cooking skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Reliable and responsible
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
Languages
English
Limited Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cook Manager
Saint Joseph Hospital
10.2021 - Current
Cook Operator
St. Mary Hospital
05.2007 - 10.2021
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