Miguel Garcia
Gurnee
Summary
Experienced cook specializing in food handling and sanitation. Known for preparing nutritious meals that support dietary restrictions, ensuring quality and safety in every dish.
Dedicated cook with strong food handling and contamination prevention skills. Experienced in preparing nutritious meals while adhering to dietary restrictions.
Detail-oriented culinary professional skilled in cooking and customer service. Proven ability to collaborate with nutritionists to create meal plans that meet dietary needs while maintaining high food safety standards.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Alta Rehab
Wauconda, IL
12.2023 - Current
- Prepared and cooked nutritious meals adhering to dietary guidelines for residents.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently to maintain high food quality standards.
- Collaborated with nutritionists to ensure meal plans met individual health needs.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels of ingredients and supplies.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
Machine Operator
Modern Abrasive
Spring Grove, IL
06.2025 - 02.2026
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime and enhance performance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and improve operational efficiency.
- Operated precision machinery to produce high-quality abrasives efficiently.
- Conducted regular maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment to minimize downtime.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Trained new staff on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Assisted in training new employees, sharing expertise on mixing techniques and best practices.
Construction Worker
CAB Construction Co
Wisconsin Rapids, WI
09.2021 - 03.2023
- Assisted in framing, roofing, and drywall installation for residential projects.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain project timelines and workflow efficiency.
- Operated heavy machinery, ensuring safety and compliance on construction sites.
- Trained new workers on equipment usage and safety protocols, fostering a safe work environment.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Miguel Leandro Guerra
Lagos De Moreno, JAL08-2016
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food presentation
- Contamination prevention
- Dietary restriction support
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 7 staff members.
- Used inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- ServSafe Training
- Certified as cook, at Alta Care
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Machine Operator
Modern Abrasive
06.2025 - 02.2026
Cook
Alta Rehab
12.2023 - Current
Construction Worker
CAB Construction Co
09.2021 - 03.2023
High School Diploma -
Miguel Leandro Guerra