Trevor Burgers
San Clemente
Summary
Versatile Sous Chef with a strong background in culinary innovation and training. Known for effective time management and adaptability in fast-paced environments, ready to elevate kitchen operations and contribute to successful event execution.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
Pronto Cucina Italiana
San Clemente
08.2025 - Current
- Accountable for order submissions
- Tasked with recipe development for new and existing dishes
- Responsible for maintaining organization standards for refridgerated/dry storage
Sous Chef
Finca
San Juan Capistrano
10.2024 - 08.2025
- Executed off-site banquet events to highlight cuisine from partnerships with local farmers and fish mongers
- Worked with the Executive Chef traveling to local farms to gather inspiration for seasonal dishes and establish connections
- Enhanced team performance by providing comprehensive training for all kitchen stations.
- Supported daily kitchen operations and food preparation to ensure smooth service flow
- Created cleaning and organization checklists for kitchen staff to uphold code compliance and safety standards
Banquet Chef
The Ecology Center
San Juan Capistrano
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Guaranteed precise and punctual plating for one hundred guest dinners
- Designed and prepared diverse banquet menus for various events
- Coordinated local chefs for Green Feast celebration, showcasing local and sustainable cuisine
- Foraged on site ingredients to support sustainable practices and menu offerings
- Worked the Community Table live fire outdoor dinners with local chefs from various local restaurants
- Reviewed food quality and appearance, identifying knowledge gaps for staff development
- Conducted on-site culinary workshops for groups, enhancing patrons' culinary skills
Line Cook
Brick
San Clemente
08.2022 - 03.2024
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery during peak service hours
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment, collaborating with teammates to achieve high customer satisfaction
- Executed sous chef responsibilities during absence, maintaining kitchen operations and standards
- Adapted quickly to changing menus and customer requests during service hours
- Developed skills in wood fire cooking techniques
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting and Finance
California State University San Marcos, CA
San Marcos, CALanguages
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- California Manager Food Handler Certification
Timeline
Sous Chef
Pronto Cucina Italiana
08.2025 - Current
Sous Chef
Finca
10.2024 - 08.2025
Banquet Chef
The Ecology Center
04.2024 - 10.2024
Line Cook
Brick
08.2022 - 03.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting and Finance
California State University San Marcos, CA