Erick Millan Reyes
Redwood City
Summary
Results-driven cook with expertise in food safety, menu planning, and grilling techniques. Proven track record in supervising kitchen operations and training staff to enhance service quality.
Dynamic culinary professional with a strong background in kitchen supervision and inventory management. Skilled in training junior cooks and optimizing food preparation processes to ensure high-quality meal service and customer satisfaction.
Innovative lead line cook specializing in culinary creativity and food safety. Experience in developing menu items and coordinating inventory management, contributing to reduced waste and enhanced dining experiences.
Professional culinary leader prepared for this role with solid background in high-pressure kitchen environments. Known for exceptional skills in meal preparation, menu planning, and maintaining kitchen efficiency. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adapting seamlessly to changing needs. Renowned for reliability, culinary creativity, and rigorous adherence to food safety standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Breakfast Lead Line Cook
Green Hills Golf And Country Club
San Mateo, CA
06.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily kitchen operations, ensuring timely meal preparation and service quality.
- Trained junior cooks in food safety protocols and culinary techniques.
- Developed and executed menu items, enhancing customer satisfaction through creative presentations.
- Coordinated inventory management, reducing waste by optimizing ingredient use.
- Responsible of ordering produce , meats and dairy
Pantry Cook
Sodexo
Palo Alto, CA
11.2025 - 11.2026
- Prepared high-quality dishes in compliance with safety and hygiene standards.
- Collaborated with culinary team to enhance menu offerings based on seasonal ingredients for pantry station.
- worked under pressure with events and line at the same time
Expo /Hot Line Cook
Top Golf
Burlingame, CA
11.2024 - 09.2025
- Prepared and cooked menu items in high-volume kitchen environment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes.
- Trained new staff on kitchen procedures and equipment usage.
- Expo line , worked under pressure and making sure food was hot and platted well
- Grilling big quality for big events
Line Cook
Cadence Senior Living
Millbrae, CA
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Prepared and cooked meals according to daily menus and dietary requirements
- Executed daily prep tasks to ensure timely meal service and quality consistency.
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures to guarantee food safety and quality standards.
- Supported line cooks during busy meal periods
- Followed food safety and sanitation procedures
Saute Cook /Hot Prep Cook
The Village Bakery
Woodside, CA
02.2020 - 06.2022
- Prepared and cooked high-quality sauté dishes according to menu specifications.
- Managed ingredient inventory, ensuring freshness and availability for daily operations.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes and reduce wait times.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations, adhering to safety and sanitation standards.
Line Cook
San Mateo Peninsula Golf And Country Club
San Mateo, CA
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Prepared and cooked menu items following established recipes and presentation standards.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and organization to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow during peak service hours.
- Adapted quickly to changing menu items or special requests to enhance customer satisfaction.
Junior Sous Chef
Waterdog Restaurant
Belmont, CA
08.2018 - 02.2019
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure adherence to food safety and quality standards.
- Assisted in menu development, incorporating seasonal ingredients for diverse offerings.
- Streamlined food preparation processes, enhancing efficiency in service delivery.
- Mentored junior cooks, fostering skill development and teamwork within the kitchen.
- Inventory
- Expo line to ensure tickets are coming out in order and food plating
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Institute of Technology
Clovis, CA05-2020
High School Diploma -
Woodside High School
Woodside, CA06-2019
Skills
- Food safety knowledge
- Food assembly
- Grilling techniques
- Menu planning
- Supervision
- Inventory
- Cold Food Line
- Saute , Stock , Sauces
- Knife Skills
- Buffet Catering
Accomplishments
One of my biggest accomplishments as a line cook has been consistently preparing high-quality meals in a fast-paced environment while maintaining excellent food safety and sanitation standards. I take pride in working efficiently with the kitchen team to make sure residents receive meals on time and prepared according to their dietary needs. I’ve also been recognized for being dependable, staying organized during busy shifts, and helping create a positive dining experience for residents. Building strong teamwork in the kitchen and receiving positive feedback from residents and staff has been very rewarding for me.
Certification
Culinary Arts Diploma and High School
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Pantry Cook
Sodexo
11.2025 - 11.2026
Breakfast Lead Line Cook
Green Hills Golf And Country Club
06.2025 - Current
Expo /Hot Line Cook
Top Golf
11.2024 - 09.2025
Line Cook
Cadence Senior Living
06.2023 - 04.2024
Saute Cook /Hot Prep Cook
The Village Bakery
02.2020 - 06.2022
Line Cook
San Mateo Peninsula Golf And Country Club
01.2019 - 01.2020
Junior Sous Chef
Waterdog Restaurant
08.2018 - 02.2019
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Institute of Technology
High School Diploma -
Woodside High School