Antonio Anderson
Hesperia
Summary
High-performing Chef offering 28 years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams. High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Levy Restaurants
10.2012 - 12.2023
- Enhanced overall restaurant efficiency by streamlining kitchen operations and implementing effective time management strategies.
- Boosted customer satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering high-quality dishes and maintaining strict adherence to food safety standards.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
Chef
Holiday Inn Resort
01.2019 - 04.2021
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
Line Cook
Dave & Buster's
06.2015 - 11.2018
- Boosted employee morale through positive attitude, willingness to assist others when needed.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
Cook Shift Leader
Chili's Restaurant
02.2010 - 12.2014
- Trained and mentored new cooks, resulting in increased productivity and improved teamwork within the kitchen staff.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between kitchen and dining room teams for optimal guest satisfaction.
- Supported overall restaurant success through cross-training in various positions when necessary to provide adequate coverage during busy times.
Chef
Hilton Garden Inn Hotel
11.2005 - 08.2007
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Prepared food orders to support waitstaff and other team members.
- Plated and garnished dishes for uniform presentation standards.
- Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
Stocker
Rite Aid
01.2003 - 10.2005
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by diligently organizing and maintaining stockroom shelves.
- Expedited product replenishment by efficiently unloading delivery trucks and sorting merchandise.
- Reduced out-of-stock situations with regular monitoring of product levels on sales floor.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly locating items and providing product information.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology of The Kitchen
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Pasadena
Pasadena, CA05.2005
High School Diploma -
Lawton High School
Lawton, OK05.1996
Skills
- Food Safety
- Food Preparation
- Workflow Optimization
- Employee Scheduling
- Customer Service
- Team Leadership
- Detail Oriented
- Garnishing and Plating
- Knife Skills
- Butchery Skills
- Catering and Events
- Banquets and Catering
Timeline
Chef
Holiday Inn Resort
01.2019 - 04.2021
Line Cook
Dave & Buster's
06.2015 - 11.2018
Sous Chef
Levy Restaurants
10.2012 - 12.2023
Cook Shift Leader
Chili's Restaurant
02.2010 - 12.2014
Chef
Hilton Garden Inn Hotel
11.2005 - 08.2007
Stocker
Rite Aid
01.2003 - 10.2005
Associate of Arts - Psychology of The Kitchen
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Pasadena
High School Diploma -
Lawton High School
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