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Fernanda Castaneda

Aguascalientes ,Ags

Summary

Proficient Sous Chef highly effective at operating in fast-paced, demanding environments. Adaptable professional with success handling any challenge. Passionate individual creating healthy dishes made with locally grown ingredients. Ready for new challenge creating tasty meals for successful establishment. Enthusiastic eager to develop high-quality menus for new and established restaurants. Reliable, hardworking and driven to give guests top-quality foods. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

Nomi Resort
08.2023 - Current
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.

Executive Chef

Hyatt Place Bonaterra
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
  • Requisitioned food, selected and developed recipes and standardized production recipes for consistent quality.
  • Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
  • Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Generated employee schedules and work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.

Chef Manager

Hospitales Mac Norte
07.2022 - 01.2023
  • Placed food orders with suppliers on weekly basis, taking into account kitchen budget and expected demands.
  • Kept kitchen staff in compliance with safety and food regulations to reduce opportunities for illness or accidents.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
  • Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.

Education

Technical Career - Gastronomy

Isima Escuela De Gastronomia
Aguascalientes, Ags
09.2018

Skills

  • Disciplinary Action
  • Order Delivery Practices
  • Food Spoilage Prevention
  • High-Quality Ingredients
  • Kitchen Preparation
  • Stocking and Replenishing
  • High-Volume Environments
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Budgeting and Cost Control
  • Chef Assistance
  • Kitchen Management
  • Staff Motivation
  • Team Leadership
  • Kitchen Equipment Operation
  • Cleaning and Sanitation
  • Line Inspection
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Safety Management
  • Safe Handling
  • Organization and Prioritization
  • Safety and Sanitation Standards
  • Servsafe Certified
  • Dietary Requirements
  • Control Labor Costs
  • Temperature Monitoring
  • Catering

Languages

English
Elementary

Timeline

Sous Chef

Nomi Resort
08.2023 - Current

Executive Chef

Hyatt Place Bonaterra
02.2023 - 08.2023

Chef Manager

Hospitales Mac Norte
07.2022 - 01.2023

Technical Career - Gastronomy

Isima Escuela De Gastronomia
Fernanda Castaneda