Katie Higuera

Cook

Glendale, AZ *****

adlf02@r.postjobfree.com

520-***-****

Motivated and reliable cook of 7+ years with experience as grill and line cook in both high volume and senior memory care kitchens. Dedicated to contributing to a smoothly run and effective kitchen. Aims to always deliver costumers and residents with well prepared food while also improving culinary skills.

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Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

Health plan advocate

Bloom Insurance Agency - Mesa, AZ

August 2020 to Present

• Absorb, retain and explain a working knowledge of product plans and general Medicare information

• Assist callers quickly and professionally by fielding inbound calls to sell health insurance plans with Bloom’s sales techniques

• Place outbound calls for member outreach and welcome calls to new members

• Provide accurate information to prospects using Bloom's quality and compliance standards

• Communicate effectively with prospects and plan members over the phone, and in-person with co- workers and management personnel

• Proficiently work with Windows and comfortably navigating between websites to assist callers requesting information

• Work on a computer with two monitors for 8 or more hours per day Cook

Terra Pointe Memory Care - Glendale, AZ

May 2019 to Present

prepares all food in accordance with the daily menu planner, using Senior Lifestyle standardized recipes, in a timely manner.

Cook

Gila River Health Care - Sacaton, AZ

October 2018 to Present

• preparing hot meals for breakfast and lunch correctly using recipe books at serving times

• assist in prepping food items and complete catering orders correctly and delivering within the facility on time

• preparing ER, and diabetic trays a few times a day for inpatients

• grill/line cook serving for the public inside the cafe

• putting away fresh produce, ingredients and frozen items neatly and correctly. Line cook

Renaissance Senior Living - Sun Lakes, AZ

April 2018 to October 2018

• Under direction of the chef or sous chef providing quality food products for residents, memory care patients and the public

• Preparing food items and dishes by following recipes

• Retrieving and prepping ingredients for menu items and daily specials

• Presenting plates in that are appealing and fresh in a timely manner

• Prepping and storing ingredients and food items correctly

• Assisting the chef or lead cook in ordering necessary produce and bread orders for the oncoming weeks

Grill Cook

Cracker barrel - Tucson, AZ

May 2015 to April 2018

• Correctly preparing menu items within a timely manner .

• Using correct portions and correct plate appearance.

• Possess basic math skill and working knowledge of cooking measurements

• Maintains a clean and organized work space

• stocking and prepping kitchen for the next busy hour or shift Shift Lead

Mcdonalds - Marana, AZ

September 2014 to April 2015

• Training new crew members in the kitchen area, assembly line and on the grill

• Maintaining a well run kitchen for lunch rushes dinner rushes and closing procedures

• Correctly reading orders and delivering in a timely manner

• Maintaining a fully stocked work place

• Manage time effectively when maintaining work space and minimizing costumer wait time Carhop

sonic drive in - Marana, AZ

June 2014 to September 2014

• Correctly taking costumers orders

• Making correct change and delivering orders

• Maintaining a fully stocked and cleaned work area Store Associate

cotton blossom thrift store - Marana, AZ

June 2014 to July 2014

• Receiving store donations

• Sorting through donations and boxes

• Organize and move large boxes

• ability to complete tasks quickly

Intern

tucson summer pro league - Tucson, AZ

June 2011 to August 2011

• Set up work stations and guests seating.

• Prepare and sell food and drinks in a timely manner

• Clean up and put away equipment and work station. Education

Associate in Agriculture

Central Arizona College - Casa Grande, AZ

January 2019 to May 2020

High school or equivalent

Marana high school - Marana, AZ

2011 to 2015

Skills

• Memory Care

• Culinary Experience

• Typing

• Kitchen Experience

• Food Preparation

• Basic Math

Certifications and Licenses

Food Handler

April 2018 to April 2021

ServSafe Food Protection Manager

May 2019 to May 2021

Food Handler Certification

Assessments

Typing — Expert

July 2020

Transcribing text using a standard keyboard.

Full results: Expert

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