Carlos Herrera-Tran
Thomastown,VIC
Summary
Experienced line cook specializing in recipe development and high-volume meal service. Demonstrated ability to train staff while ensuring compliance with safety standards and optimizing kitchen efficiency. Proficient in food safety protocols, inventory management, and enhancing kitchen workflow. Committed to maintaining quality standards and operational excellence.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
Tgi Fridays
Epping , Victoria
09.2022 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
- Prepared menu items according to recipes and quality standards.
- Monitored food safety practices to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team to execute high-volume meal service efficiently.
- Adjusted cooking methods based on customer preferences and dietary needs.
- Operated fryers and grills, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Weighed, measured, and mixed ingredients accurately for quality dishes.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on food preparation techniques.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Responded quickly to any customer complaints or concerns about their dining experience.
- Prepped garnishes to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Checked temperature of freezers and refrigerators to maintain proper storage of cold items.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Lalor Secondary College
118 David St, Lalor VIC 3075SIT30821 - Certificate III in Commercial Cookery -
Melbourne, Polytechnic, Preston
77 St Georges Rd, Preston VIC 307211-2024
HLTAID011 - SIT30821 - -
Melbourne, Polytechnic, Preston
77 St Georges Rd, Preston VIC 307207-2024
Skills
- Food safety and quality control
- Inventory management and order accuracy
- Recipe development and preparation
- Cooking techniques and frying methods
- Equipment maintenance and workstation cleanliness
- Kitchen workflow and time management
- Attention to detail and problem solving
- Active listening and staff training
- Food presentation and garnishing
- Ingredient substitution and meat cutting
Accomplishments
- Food safety
- Efficient work
- Hard work
Hobbies/ Intrests
- Cooking meals for the family
- Playing football and football
- Love cars, racing, and everything car-related
- Pc building and creativity
Certification
- First aid certificate
- certificate 3 in commercial cookery
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Line Cook
Tgi Fridays
09.2022 - Current
Some College (No Degree) -
Lalor Secondary College
SIT30821 - Certificate III in Commercial Cookery -
Melbourne, Polytechnic, Preston
HLTAID011 - SIT30821 - -
Melbourne, Polytechnic, Preston