Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Languages
Accomplishments
Certification
References
Timeline
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Jairo Sanchez

Canyon Country

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with leadership experience at UCLA Epicuria at Covel, excelling in food safety and kitchen organization. Proven ability to train staff and enhance menu presentation, ensuring high-quality dining experiences. Recognized for exceptional time management and communication skills, contributing to a cohesive team environment in fast-paced settings.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cook

UCLA Epicuria Covel
Los Angeles
10.2021 - Current
  • Supervise kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
  • Train new cooks on menu items and kitchen procedures for consistency.
  • Prepare diverse menu items for large-scale dining operations.
  • Execute daily meal prep tasks according to established recipes.
  • Enforce proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
  • Operate ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.

Assistant Cook

UCLA Covel Commons
Los Angeles
06.2017 - 10.2021
  • Assisted cook in cooking and plating meals for diverse dining options.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
  • Prepared ingredients for daily menu items in a high-volume kitchen.
  • Ensured all food items were cooked at correct temperatures and stored correctly after cooking.
  • Assisted Head Chef in closing down the kitchen area at end of day ensuring all remaining ingredients were stored properly.
  • Monitored food expiration dates and removed rotated items to prevent foodborne illnesses.

Education

High School Diploma -

Conalep
Silao,Gto. Mexico
08-2007

Skills

  • Food safety
  • Menu planning with creative food presentation
  • Kitchen organization
  • Great with time management skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Hardworking
  • Team player
  • Leadership skills
  • Computer skills

Affiliations

  • I coach a teen soccer team.

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Accomplishments

  • 5 years service award at UCLA
  • Currently enrolled in the Mentoring Program

Certification

  • BLS CPR certified

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Cook

UCLA Epicuria Covel
10.2021 - Current

Assistant Cook

UCLA Covel Commons
06.2017 - 10.2021

High School Diploma -

Conalep
Jairo Sanchez