Oscar Flores
Beverly Hills
Summary
Results-driven sous chef with expertise in food safety, inventory management, and customer service. Proven track record of maintaining high-quality standards and optimizing kitchen operations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Tagine
12.2024 - 12.2025
- Assisted in food preparation and presentation, ensuring high standards of quality and adherence to recipes.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain efficient workflow during peak service times.
- Monitored inventory levels, assisting in ordering supplies to minimize waste and ensure stock availability.
- Implemented food safety practices, maintaining cleanliness and organization within kitchen environments.
- Participated in daily prep tasks, ensuring timely execution of menu items during service hours.
- Conducted quality checks on ingredients and finished dishes, upholding restaurant standards for taste and presentation.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
Store Manager , Cook
Beverly Hills Bodega
02.2022 - 12.2024
- Oversaw daily store operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices for customer service and inventory management.
- Developed and implemented promotional strategies to enhance product visibility and sales.
- Managed inventory levels, optimizing stock replenishment processes to reduce waste.
- preparation of all food for sale , cooking and serving
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring timely restocking of ingredients and supplies.
- 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.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Lead Line Cook
Moon Shadows Restaurant
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- Developed and implemented new menu items to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Maintained high standards of food safety and sanitation throughout kitchen operations.
- Trained junior cooks in culinary techniques and kitchen procedures for skill development.
- Streamlined cooking processes to reduce wait times during peak service hours.
- Monitored food quality and presentation, ensuring consistency with restaurant standards.
- Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, fostering camaraderie and a strong sense of teamwork.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Monitored food temperatures to meet quality and safety standards.
- Operated grills, fryers and ovens to cook food items.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils and equipment.
Education
No Degree - MKT
Universidad La Salle
Ciudad De Mexico04-1998
High School Diploma -
Colegio Simon Bolivar
Ciudad De Mexico08-1995
Skills
- Team leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Food presentation
- Food preparation
- Customer service
- Kitchen organization
- Knife skills
- Ingredient knowledge
- Menu memorization
- Portion control
- Equipment usage
- Catering background
- Compliance
- Sauce preparation
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sous Chef
Tagine
12.2024 - 12.2025
Store Manager , Cook
Beverly Hills Bodega
02.2022 - 12.2024
Lead Line Cook
Moon Shadows Restaurant
01.2021 - 01.2022
No Degree - MKT
Universidad La Salle
High School Diploma -
Colegio Simon Bolivar