JOSE PEDROZA
Yuma
Summary
Dedicated and dynamic professional with years of experience in fast-paced environments. A strong foundation in discipline, teamwork, time management, and leadership. Known for being reliable and having a strong set of core values, there is a desire to foster positive environments by motivating others and maintaining high energy in demanding roles. Seeking to leverage strong interpersonal, organizational, and instructional skills to contribute to a positive and meaningful learning environment for others.
Experienced professional with many years in cooking and preparing customers' orders with upbeat attitude. Expert at grilling, frying, and assembling over menu items and seasonal items from memory, using exact amounts to conserve ingredients. Work well under pressure and always willing to help teammates and customers.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lead Line Cook
Holiday Inn
12.2024 - Current
- Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations on the line, ensuring high-quality food preparation and presentation during peak service hours.
- Prepare and cook food items to order, consistently meeting customer specifications and food safety standards.
- Supervise and train line cooks and kitchen staff, promoting efficiency, cleanliness, and teamwork in a high-pressure environment.
- Manage inventory levels, perform daily prep, and ensure all stations are fully stocked and compliant with health regulations.
- Communicate closely with front-of-house staff and management to coordinate orders and maintain smooth service flow.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen workspace, setting a good example and upholding high sanitation standards.
- Play a key role in menu updates and specials, offering creative input on new items and plating techniques.
Lead Line Cook
Foothills Eatery
02.2022 - 08.2023
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members on preparing multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with a high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Communicated with management on food inventory stock to request order placement.
- Packaged, arranged, and labeled ingredient stock, storing at established temperatures.
- Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
- Collaborated with servers to collect information about specific customer desires and dietary needs.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
- Worked closely with the kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious on-recipe foods.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to the food preparation process.
Line Cook
Broken Yolk Cafe
11.2022 - 05.2023
Education
Yuma High School
Yuma, AZSkills
- Leadership
- Time Management
- Collaboration & teamwork
- Clear, confident communication
- Active listening
- Daily routine execution
- High energy performance over long periods
Timeline
Lead Line Cook
Holiday Inn
12.2024 - Current
Line Cook
Broken Yolk Cafe
11.2022 - 05.2023
Lead Line Cook
Foothills Eatery
02.2022 - 08.2023
Yuma High School