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Elias Armendariz

Toronto,ON

Summary

Motivated professional dedicated to sourcing high-quality ingredients from local sources to drive farm-to-table menus. Proactive and adaptable team leader passionate about sustainable cuisine. Talented at creating exciting and innovative menus based on in-season ingredients. Proven training, performance improvement and cost control skills. Successful at keeping kitchen operations smooth, employee work at peak performance levels and dishes moving efficiently. Detail-oriented and demanding leader with an uncompromising commitment to quality.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

Azura restaurant
Toronto, Ontario
02.2024 - 07.2024
  • Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
  • Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
  • Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.

Sous Chef/Line Cook

Her father cider bar+Kitchen
Toronto, Ontario
08.2023 - 01.2024
  • Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
  • Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques and recipes.
  • Established and maintained regular maintenance schedule, keeping kitchen tools and equipment in operable condition.

Junior Sous Chef

3 Mariachis restaurant
Vaughan, Ontario
04.2023 - 07.2023
  • Evaluated performance levels of team members providing feedback where needed.
  • Maximized customer satisfaction and team operations by executing command-based structure and staff performance oversight.
  • Checked food portioning for optimal presentation and cost control.

Sous Chef/Line Cook

CAVICSA SA DE CV
Toronto, Ontario
07.2017 - 11.2022
  • Established standard procedures for plating presentations.
  • Adjusted recipes as needed to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies.
  • Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Culinatry Arts

UVM
Chihuahua,Mexico
07-2022

High School Diploma -

COBACH 4
Chihuahua,Mexico
07-2021

Some College (No Degree) - Communication And Services

ILAC International College
Toronto, ON

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Sous Chef

Azura restaurant
02.2024 - 07.2024

Sous Chef/Line Cook

Her father cider bar+Kitchen
08.2023 - 01.2024

Junior Sous Chef

3 Mariachis restaurant
04.2023 - 07.2023

Sous Chef/Line Cook

CAVICSA SA DE CV
07.2017 - 11.2022

Some College (No Degree) - Culinatry Arts

UVM

High School Diploma -

COBACH 4

Some College (No Degree) - Communication And Services

ILAC International College
Elias Armendariz