Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience as a Sous Chef at The Terraces At San Joaquin Gardens. Proven expertise in menu planning and food safety, fostering teamwork to deliver exceptional dining experiences. Recognized for resolving customer complaints effectively and executing successful catered events, ensuring high-quality results and customer satisfaction.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
The Terraces At San Joaquin Gardens
Fresno
06.2014 - Current
Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.
Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments.
Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and generating return business.
Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service promptly and professionally.
Contributed to the successful execution of catered events from start to finish.
Supervised cooks and other kitchen personnel during meal services.
Cook Operator
Clovis Unified School District
Fresno
05.2012 - 06.2013
Cooked menu items based on customer orders.
Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
Followed specific methods for food preparation and proper portioning.
Maintained organized workstations throughout shifts by discarding unused ingredients and cleaning surfaces.
Followed all health regulations related to food storage and sanitation standards.
Checked quality of ingredients before use and discarded any spoiled or expired items.
Assisted in training new staff members on proper safety procedures when handling food products.
Collaborated with team to deliver timely service of items.
Education
GED -
Fresno City College
Fresno, CA
06-2005
Skills
Food preparation
Menu planning
Kitchen management
Food safety
Inventory control
Team building
Catering execution
Customer service
Quality control
Timeline
Sous Chef
The Terraces At San Joaquin Gardens
06.2014 - Current
Cook Operator
Clovis Unified School District
05.2012 - 06.2013
GED -
Fresno City College
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