Diego Olarte
Brighton East,VIC
Summary
Driven by a commitment to excellence, I honed my skills in food preparation and kitchen maintenance at Inmaculada Guadalupe Y Amigos S.A.S, mentoring staff and enhancing meal quality. Demonstrating a positive attitude and strong team collaboration, I consistently delivered high-quality, efficient service, contributing to continuous improvement in fast-paced environments. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level cook/Kitchen hand position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Hand
The Vineyard Pty Ltd
02.2023 - 06.2024
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, and marinating meats.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
Kitchen Coordinator
Inmaculada Guadalupe Y Amigos S.A.S
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Implemented standardized recipes, promoting consistent quality across all dishes served to customers.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on proper cooking techniques and presentation standards.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate meal service and special events, executing smooth operations.
- Served consistent portions following recipes and control standards.
Cook
Inmaculada Guadalupe Y Amigos S.A.S
05.2017 - 06.2021
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Education
Certificate IV (In Progress) - Cookery
Tas College
Melbourne, VICCookery Technician - Hospitality
SENA
Bogotá, Colombia06.2016
Skills
- Positive Attitude
- Kitchen Cleaning and Maintenance
- Team Collaboration
- Food Preparation
- Continuous Improvement
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Grilling
Timeline
Kitchen Hand
The Vineyard Pty Ltd
02.2023 - 06.2024
Kitchen Coordinator
Inmaculada Guadalupe Y Amigos S.A.S
06.2021 - 05.2022
Cook
Inmaculada Guadalupe Y Amigos S.A.S
05.2017 - 06.2021
Certificate IV (In Progress) - Cookery
Tas College
Cookery Technician - Hospitality
SENA
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