Years of experience
JOSE ROMERO
Northridge
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Fairwinds Senior Living, excelling in food safety and inventory management. Proven ability to enhance kitchen efficiency and maintain high standards of quality control. Skilled in training staff and optimizing menu planning, ensuring exceptional dining experiences in fast-paced environments.
Overview
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Work History
COOK
FAIRWINDS SENIOR LIVING
West Hills
02.2018 - Current
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Managed inventory levels of ingredients and supplies necessary for daily operations.
- Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
Cook
Atria Senior Living
Tarzana
05.2011 - 03.2017
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Took inventory counts before and after shifts to complete food inventory or storage sheets.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
Cook
The Village At Northridge
Northridge
01.2010 - 07.2016
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.
- Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
- Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
Education
GED -
Granada Hills High School
Granada Hills, CA06-1985
Skills
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Food preparation
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Menu planning
- Time management
- Supply ordering
- Training staff
- Sanitation practices
- Quality control
Timeline
COOK
FAIRWINDS SENIOR LIVING
02.2018 - Current
Cook
Atria Senior Living
05.2011 - 03.2017
Cook
The Village At Northridge
01.2010 - 07.2016
GED -
Granada Hills High School
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