Ingrid Marquez Montoto
Upper Marlboro
Summary
Dynamic Chef Assistant with Aramark at American University, skilled in food preparation and menu planning. Enhanced customer satisfaction through creative meal presentation and efficient service. Trained new staff in kitchen safety and sanitation practices, ensuring a high-quality dining experience. Proven ability to manage time effectively in fast-paced environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef Assistant
Aramark, American University
09.2013 - 02.2024
- Prepared and cooked quality meals in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
- Followed recipes and instructions to achieve quality and presentation standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict sanitation guidelines for a safe kitchen environment.
- Assisted head chef in menu planning for optimal ingredient utilization and minimized food waste.
- Managed food preparation activities, such as cutting ingredients to size and preparing sauces and garnishes.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely delivery of orders, improving overall dining experience for guests.
- Prepped ingredients ahead of time to increase cooking and service speed.
- Managed time efficiently by prioritizing tasks and multitasking effectively during peak service hours.
- Supported senior chefs with creative meal planning and recipe development.
- Provided support during special events and catering functions, ensuring consistent quality across all offerings.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling and preparation techniques.
- Replenished food and ingredients supplies to meet service demand.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by creating visually appealing and delicious dishes in a timely manner.
Kitchen Line Cook
University Of Washington Housing And Food Services
02.2013 - 09.2013
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Maintained a clean and organized workstation, ensuring compliance with health department regulations.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Increased ticket turnover rate by quickly adapting to changing priorities and multitasking effectively.
Education
High School Diploma -
Huber De Blanck
Havana, Cuba07-2008
Skills
- Food preparation
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen safety
- Menu supervision
- Sanitation practices
- Food presentation
- Menu planning
- Food handling
- Pastry skills
- Customer service
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Chef Assistant
Aramark, American University
09.2013 - 02.2024
Kitchen Line Cook
University Of Washington Housing And Food Services
02.2013 - 09.2013
High School Diploma -
Huber De Blanck
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