Carlos Siles
Miami
Summary
Dedicated and energetic Butcher with a stellar customer service record and an exceptionally good attitude. Adept at multitasking in a high-volume, fast-paced work environment. Able to maintain cordial and professional working relationships with other staff, supervisors, and customers.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Butcher
KYU MIAMI
2024.02 - Current
- Implemented ongoing training programs for butchers to stay current on industry trends and best practices in meat processing techniques.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent quality of products at competitive prices.
- Maintained a safe work environment through regular equipment maintenance and staff training in safety protocols.
- Provided exceptional service to customers, answering questions, offering recommendations, and fulfilling special orders.
- Reduced waste by implementing proper inventory management and ordering procedures.
- Optimized inventory turnover rate by closely monitoring stock levels and adjusting orders as needed.
- Increased team productivity through effective delegation of tasks based on individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Fostered an inclusive work environment that encouraged collaboration among staff members from diverse backgrounds.
- Adhere to safety and cleanliness standards and maintained equipment.
Lead Line Cook
Motek Mediterranean
2023.03 - 2024.01
- Prepare kosher style Israeli and mediterranean fare, sauces, puree, dressings
- Ordering and receiving and meat, poultry, seafood dry goods and produce
- FIFO Inventory rotation
- Provide training to new and current team members on menu changes
- Check quantities and quality of product received on a daily basis
Uchi Restaurant
2023.02 - 2023.03
- Prepare Japanese sauces, puree, dressings, and cold serving items
- FIFO Inventory rotation
- Check quantities and quality of product received on a daily basis
- Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen area and equipment
- Deliver quality of raw and cooked food items on a regular basis
Carlyle GAR
2021.02 - 2023.01
- Cooked and served all meals per guest specifications
- Handled all food in compliance with hospitality health standards
- Restocked food supplies and equipment as required
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work area at all times
Modena Italian Restaurant
2020.11 - 2023.01
- FIFO Inventory rotation
- Prepare and serve food promptly and courteously
Matchbox Pizza
2019.07 - 2020.12
- Make pizza dough and sauces from scratch
Barcelona Wine and Bar
2020.03 - 2020.10
- Prep, cook, serve Spanish tapas
Copperwood Tavern
2013.09 - 2019.06
- Fabricate meats, prep, soups, sauces, dressings and cook
Luna Grill
2010.07 - 2013.08
- Cooke high quality Italian food with an American twist to include homemade pastas and sauces
Busboys and Poets
2011.10 - 2013.05
- Prep, store and cook in all station with hospitality standards
Education
Servsafe Certified
American National Standards Institute
01.2019
Business Management
UPOLI
01.2009
High School Diploma - undefined
COPOLRUD
01.2005
Skills
- Exceptional oral and written communication abilities English and Spanish
- Strong hands-on experience in line service, food preparation, and cooking
- Excellent grasp of safe food handling procedures
- Strong expertise in making soups, salads, entrees, and desserts
- Good ability to season, garnish, and arrange food creatively and attractively
- Outstanding customer service skills
- Streamlined workflow efficiency by implementing proper inventory management and storage practices
- Meat weighing and labeling
- Food safety
- Safe food handling
- Safety practices
- Deboning meat
- Sanitation procedures
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Head Butcher
KYU MIAMI
2024.02 - Current
Lead Line Cook
Motek Mediterranean
2023.03 - 2024.01
Uchi Restaurant
2023.02 - 2023.03
Carlyle GAR
2021.02 - 2023.01
Modena Italian Restaurant
2020.11 - 2023.01
Barcelona Wine and Bar
2020.03 - 2020.10
Matchbox Pizza
2019.07 - 2020.12
Copperwood Tavern
2013.09 - 2019.06
Busboys and Poets
2011.10 - 2013.05
Luna Grill
2010.07 - 2013.08
Business Management
UPOLI
High School Diploma - undefined
COPOLRUD
Servsafe Certified
American National Standards Institute