Karen Marquez
Haverhill
Summary
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook/ Sou Chef
On The Corner Grill
Derry
01.2023 - Current
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Kept the kitchen area clean at all times during shifts.
- Communicated effectively with fellow staff members regarding meal preparations.
- Monitored freshness of food products to help reduce spoilage.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Checked freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.
- Discarded spoiled food items immediately following established procedures.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service promptly and professionally.
- Conducted frequent line checks to keep food at proper temperatures in holding zones.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Adjusted recipes as needed to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies.
- Monitored food products, driving quality, freshness and integrity.
- Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
Maintenance Assistant
Giro global LLC
Pinecret
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Provided exceptional customer service by responding to inquiries in a timely manner.
- Requisitioned supplies or equipment for cleaning and maintenance duties.
- Reduced cleaning time significantly while maintaining company quality standards.
- Swept, mopped and sanitized wooden and tile floors.
- Cleaned windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using soapy water or other cleaners.
- Swept and mopped floors in public areas.
- Sanitized all restroom fixtures including sinks, toilets, urinals, mirrors, walls and floors.
- Collected trash from floors within hallways, bathrooms and work areas.
- Cleaned windows, door frames, and sills.
- Reported any damages or repairs needed to supervisor immediately.
- Dusted ceiling fans and air vents to eliminate dirt buildup.
- Polished windows, glass partitions or mirrors using sponges or squeegees.
Education
High School Diploma -
Juan Pablo
Granizal - Colombia01-2021
Skills
- Food preparation
- Ingredient portioning
- Food safety
- Kitchen sanitation
- Quality control
- Recipe adjustment
- Temperature monitoring
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Inventory management
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Ingredient preparation
- Kitchen equipment safety
- Opening and closing procedures
- Multitasking and organization
- Ambitious
- Catering Skills
- Team leadership
- Excellent communication
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Prep Cook/ Sou Chef
On The Corner Grill
01.2023 - Current
Maintenance Assistant
Giro global LLC
01.2021 - 01.2022
High School Diploma -
Juan Pablo