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Miriam Hernandez Morales

Falls Church

Summary

Skilled cook with diverse experience in various culinary settings, including high-volume restaurants and boutique catering services. Possess strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, menu development, and kitchen safety protocols. Team-oriented professional with ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining creativity and quality standards. Contributed to significant improvements in kitchen operations and customer satisfaction ratings through innovative recipe development and effective inventory management. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook Shift Leader

Watergate Restaurant
Alexandria
06.2020 - 04.2025
  • Managed food safety practices and maintained cleanliness standards in kitchen area.
  • Trained new cooks on menu items and cooking techniques for consistency.
  • Coordinated inventory management and ordered supplies to ensure availability.
  • Assisted in creating daily specials based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
  • Trained new cooks on proper food handling techniques.
  • Organized the work area for efficient functioning during shifts.

Education

None - None

None Only School I Went To Is in My Country
none

Skills

  • Food safety
  • Inventory management
  • Employee training
  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Menu development
  • Time management
  • Recipe creation
  • Kitchen equipment operation
  • Problem-solving
  • Food handling safety
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Pastry skills
  • Food preparation
  • Menu planning
  • Food allergy awareness
  • Food storage
  • Cooking techniques
  • Temperature control
  • Ingredient knowledge
  • Meal preparation
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Nutrition
  • Kitchen organization
  • Safety and health guidelines
  • Recipe development
  • Training and mentoring
  • Staff training

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional
English
Elementary

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Cook Shift Leader

Watergate Restaurant
06.2020 - 04.2025

None - None

None Only School I Went To Is in My Country
Miriam Hernandez Morales