Triston Benavides
Phoenix
Summary
Energetic and creative with passion for culinary arts, combining foundational culinary techniques with dedication to learning and growth. Possesses knowledge in food safety and sanitation, coupled with basic knife skills and recipe understanding. Ready to contribute to creating memorable dining experiences.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Boil Cook
Angry Crab Shack
08.2025 - Current
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced seafood restaurant.
- Checked dates and rotated stock following FIFO procedures.
Culinary Student
St. Mary's Community Kitchen
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Developed a strong understanding of food safety procedures, resulting in consistently maintaining a clean and sanitary work environment.
- Mastered essential kitchen equipment operation, ensuring safe and proper usage for optimal results.
- Enhanced culinary skills by participating in various hands-on cooking courses and workshops.
Enrollment Agent
Assurance Wireless
06.2022 - 11.2023
- Maintained detailed and accurate records between multiple databases and programs.
- Investigated issues and created solutions for new customers.
- Conducted financial screening and documentation gathering for clients to determine qualification for payment programs.
- Input accurate payment details and managed reports.
Prep Cook
China Wok
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pathways High School
Pahrump, NV06.2015
Skills
- Knife skills
- Food presentation
- Food preparation
- Cleanliness and sanitation
- Continuous improvement
- Station coordination
- Food storage
- Food handling
- Temperature control
- Kitchen safety
- Sanitation guidelines
Certification
- Servsafe Food Safety Manager
- Maricopa County Food Handler's Card
Timeline
Boil Cook
Angry Crab Shack
08.2025 - Current
Culinary Student
St. Mary's Community Kitchen
04.2025 - 06.2025
Enrollment Agent
Assurance Wireless
06.2022 - 11.2023
Prep Cook
China Wok
12.2021 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
Pathways High School