Alexander estrada
Rio Grande
Summary
Hardworking professional well-versed in handling materials, operating machinery and supporting overall team and project needs. In-depth knowledge of compliance mandates governing site and worker safety. Focused on helping complete skilled work under deadlines.
Punctual professional experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare quality food. Polished in setting up and cleaning equipment for daily food preparation and helping manage supplies. Excellent multitasker recognized for supporting successful kitchen operations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Worker
Villavicencio Associates Construction
Carolina
06.2024 - Current
- Transported materials from one site location to another using trucks or trailers.
- Coordinated with other workers onsite to ensure efficient completion of tasks.
- Maintained accurate records documenting project progress throughout duration of each job.
Pie Maker and Receptionist
Domino's
Canovanas
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Followed standard operating procedures to ensure quality control.
- Performed regular maintenance on ovens and other bakery equipment to maintain optimal performance levels.
- Monitored temperature of ovens to ensure optimal baking conditions.
Cook and Pastry Cook
Nectar Hyatt
Rio Grande
03.2022 - 05.2023
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Performed basic administrative duties such as inventory management, ordering supplies.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Managed inventory levels of ingredients and supplies necessary for daily operations.
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Took inventory counts before and after shifts to complete food inventory or storage sheets.
- Prepared a wide range of dishes according to menu specifications and chef instructions.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Construction Technician (Handyman Course)
Nuc University, Recinto Tecnico
Carolina, Puerto Rico03-2024
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Nuc University, Recinto Tecnico
Carolina, Puerto Rico10-2022
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
Universidad De Puerto Rico, Recinto Mayagüez RUM
Mayagüez, Puerto RicoSkills
- Power Tool Operation
- Team-oriented and dependable
- Worksite safety
- Worksite preparation
- Team Collaboration
- Equipment Maintenance
- Framing
- Carpentry
- Equipment Operation
- Order Verification
- Surface cleaning
- Food handling
- Frying
- Grilling
- Sanitation
- Recipe-based cooking
- Fine Dining
- Dish preparation
- Customer Service
- Supply Restocking
- Food presentation
- Cleaning and organization
- Quality assurance and control
- Cooking techniques
- Performance Improvement
- Plating and presentation
- Knife Skills
- Food Storage
- Portion Control
- Positive and professional
- Strong butchery skills
- High volume production capability
- New Hire Training
- Focused and disciplined
- Baking techniques
- Waste Reduction
- Sanitation Practices
- Temperature Monitoring
- Ingredient Selection
- Cost Control
- Product Promotion
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Food Safety
- Food Processing
- Weights and Measurements
- Kitchen Organization
- Recipe Adherence
- Order Accuracy
- Temperature Control
- Kitchen Management
- Safe Food Handling
- Spoilage prevention
- Attention to Detail
- Health Code Compliance
- Equipment Cleaning
- Customer Order Management
Affiliations
- Assist Church with devotion to my Faith
- I enjoy grilling and trying new recipes
- Enjoy plenty of time in nature
- Personal Construction Projects in my free time
Languages
Spanish
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Accomplishments
- Third Highest College Board of my Highschool Class
- Graduated with academic Excellency from High School
- Graduated with High Honor from Culinary Arts and Construction Technician Classes
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Construction Worker
Villavicencio Associates Construction
06.2024 - Current
Pie Maker and Receptionist
Domino's
03.2023 - 05.2024
Cook and Pastry Cook
Nectar Hyatt
03.2022 - 05.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Construction Technician (Handyman Course)
Nuc University, Recinto Tecnico
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Nuc University, Recinto Tecnico
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering
Universidad De Puerto Rico, Recinto Mayagüez RUM
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