Elmer Gomez
Rockville
Summary
Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Cold Cook
Osteria Mozza
Washington DC
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Managed inventory levels of ingredients and supplies necessary for daily operations.
- Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
- Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.
- Took inventory counts before and after shifts to complete food inventory or storage sheets.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
Line Cook
Woodmont grill
Bethesda
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Responded quickly to any customer complaints or concerns about their dining experience.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
- Adhered to portion controls and presentation specifications.
Line Cook
Fogo de Chao
Bethesda
02.2021 - 02.2023
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Tracked inventory levels of all products used in the kitchen on a daily basis.
- Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
- Prepped garnishes to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
Education
NA
Skills
- Inventory management
- Food safety compliance
- Recipe preparation
- Quality assurance
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Cold Cook
Osteria Mozza
10.2024 - 05.2025
Line Cook
Woodmont grill
01.2023 - 07.2024
Line Cook
Fogo de Chao
02.2021 - 02.2023
NA
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