ADRIAN MARTINEZ
Calgary,AB
Summary
Experienced and passionate chef transitioning into front of house operations. Bringing culinary expertise, attention to detail, and customer-focused service to enhance dining experiences.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Salt & Brick
11.2023 - Current
- Serve food and beverages promptly with focused attention to guests' needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Cultivated knowledge of wine pairings
Kitchen Manager
The Bow Valley Athletic Club
05.2023 - 11.2023
- In charge of inventory, menu pricing, invoice analysis, all vendor purchasing (6 vendors total), budget control , scheduling, and hiring.
- Developed and executed 10+ menus including seasonal, catering, and ready to go packages. Incorporating as much local product as possible.
- Implemented cost-effective measures, resulting in over 30% reduction in kitchen expense and food cost without compromising guest experience.
- Led kitchen staff primarily providing guidance, and support to maintain high levels of productivity and efficiency.
- Collaborated with front of house to seamlessly execute high end functions such as platted coursed dinners and buffets.
Sous Chef
Ranchmen's Club
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Oversaw all morning operations and events while assisting Head chef in opening this new location.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Initiated training for over 5 new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Created various routines and systems through Excel, Google Docs and OneDrive.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Modernized work processes to improve production efficiency and boost daily output.
Sous 2, 3, 4, Chef De Partie
Earls Tin Palace, Super Flagship
09.2017 - 09.2022
- Full ownership of back of house metrics such as daily labour targets, budgets, and sales in a setting that produced 8 million dollars year round in total revenue.
- Assisted and oversaw the hiring and training of over 20 partners.
- Weekly inventory (Crunch time, QlikView, Ruby).
- Three times weekly food orders (Gordon foods).
- Developed and adjusted prep charts accurate to demand.
- Oversaw all equipment repairs and maintenance.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Sales Representative
Jack & Jones
11.2018 - 04.2019
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Calgary - 2500 University Dr
Calgary, ABHigh School Diploma -
Western Canada High School
Calgary, ABSkills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Business management
- Restaurant analytics
- Leadership strength
- Customer service
- Computer proficiency
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Organization and Time Management
- Self-driven
- Flexible and Adaptable
Accomplishments
- Food Handler certificate (2025)
- Standard first aid and CRP (2025)
- Proserve (2026)
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Server
Salt & Brick
11.2023 - Current
Kitchen Manager
The Bow Valley Athletic Club
05.2023 - 11.2023
Sous Chef
Ranchmen's Club
09.2022 - 05.2023
Sales Representative
Jack & Jones
11.2018 - 04.2019
Sous 2, 3, 4, Chef De Partie
Earls Tin Palace, Super Flagship
09.2017 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Calgary - 2500 University Dr
High School Diploma -
Western Canada High School
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