JOSÉ RENTERIA
Victorville
Summary
Professional culinary expert with strong focus on team collaboration and delivering exceptional results. Demonstrates expertise in menu development, kitchen management, and high-quality food preparation. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring consistent excellence in fast-paced, changing environments. Known for leadership, creativity, and maintaining high standards in all culinary operations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Down Home Grill
01.2023 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Jefe de cocina
Yumano, San Antonio de las Minas
12.2020 - 09.2021
- Created menu for the Restaurant
- Trained new team members on kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and company standards.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
- Maintained high sanitation standards through routine cleaning protocols and adherence to health regulations.
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
Kitchen Manager
La Vuelta En U, San Antonio
10.2019 - 08.2020
- Prepared Mexican plates, campestre and mariscos
- Menu Prepation
- General work in the Kitchen area
- Elaborated wine menu
Line Cook Supervisor
Restaurante El Pescador Bar & Grill, Los Angeles, CA
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Elaborated Mexican dish menu
- Maintained the kitchen area
Kitchen Supervisor
Viva Orgánica, Ensenada
08.2018 - 01.2019
- Food Preparation
- Weekly menu creation
- Trained new team members on kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and company standards.
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
- Reviewed employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for improvement opportunities.
Executive Chef
Baja Paradise, Ensenada
10.2017 - 12.2017
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
Cook
La Palapa3113, San Antonio De Las Minas
03.2015 - 05.2015
- Preparation of country dishes, and grilled cuts
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
Education
Degree - Gastronomy
University Vizcaya De Las Américas
01.2018
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Menu development
- Creative thinking
- Menu planning
- Food safety
- Inventory control
- Food prep planning
- Customer service
- Safe food handling
Languages
English
A1
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cook
Down Home Grill
01.2023 - Current
Jefe de cocina
Yumano, San Antonio de las Minas
12.2020 - 09.2021
Kitchen Manager
La Vuelta En U, San Antonio
10.2019 - 08.2020
Line Cook Supervisor
Restaurante El Pescador Bar & Grill, Los Angeles, CA
03.2019 - 06.2019
Kitchen Supervisor
Viva Orgánica, Ensenada
08.2018 - 01.2019
Executive Chef
Baja Paradise, Ensenada
10.2017 - 12.2017
Cook
La Palapa3113, San Antonio De Las Minas
03.2015 - 05.2015
Degree - Gastronomy
University Vizcaya De Las Américas
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