Caterina Figueroa
Orewa,AUK
Summary
Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cooker
Fishermans Table Restaurant
04.2007 - 10.2013
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Collaborated with other personnel to produce and modify menus and selections.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action and performance reviews.
Education
Certificate III - Gastronomía
Ecatema
Santiago, Chile 12.2002
Skills
- Mixing Dishes
- Prepare ingredients by following recipes : Slicing, Cutting, Chopping, Mincing and Mixing
- Purchasing and Receiving
- Proper Food Storage
- Collaborative Relationships
- Cooking and Baking
- Store Room and Walk-In Inspections
- Sauce Preparation
- Food Plating and Presentation
- Critical Thinking
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Cooker
Fishermans Table Restaurant
04.2007 - 10.2013
Certificate III - Gastronomía
Ecatema
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