Karolina Ortega
Kitchen
Eloy
Summary
I am 22 year old i speak english and spanish i grew up here in eloy i am a mom of a 3 year old boy i have worked at my current job for about 4 1/2 years. dDynamic kitchen professional with extensive experience at Eloy Elementary School District, excelling in food preparation and sanitation practices. Proven ability to reduce food waste through effective inventory management and portion control. Bilingual team player with strong problem-solving skills, committed to delivering exceptional food quality and customer satisfaction.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Kitchen Cook
Eloy Elementary School District
09.2022 - Current
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils and equipment.
- Adapted quickly to changing circumstances, adjusting recipes or cooking methods as needed based on ingredient availability or customer requests.
- Promoted excellence in food quality and presentation for kitchen staff.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper storage techniques and inventory management.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
Cook /Front End Cashier
A & W Fast Food Restaurant
08.2021 - 10.2021
- 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 food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
Education
No Degree -
Villa Oasis High School
Eloy 05.2001 -
Skills
Food preparation
Customer service
billingual
Safe food handling
Sanitation practices
Cleaning and sanitizing
Food storage
Stock making
Food presentation
Order management
Menu planning
Allergen awareness
Multitasking capacity
Cutting and slicing techniques
Cook training
Food preparing, plating, and presentation
Equipment maintenance
Inventory management
Collaboration and teamwork
Kitchen staff supervision
Team collaboration
Teamwork and collaboration
Food safety
Time management
Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Kitchen Cook
Eloy Elementary School District
09.2022 - Current
Cook /Front End Cashier
A & W Fast Food Restaurant
08.2021 - 10.2021
No Degree -
Villa Oasis High School
05.2001 -
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