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Professional ChefManchaca, TX Street Address
EMAIL AVAILABLEPHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEAuthorized to work in the US for any employerWork ExperienceSous Chef/Senior Event Chef/Pastry ChefVestals Catering-Austin, TXSeptember 2023 to Present Initial Role: Event Chef Assisted with food preparation and event execution. Promotion to Senior Event Chef Promoted within one month due to exceptional performance. Current Role: Sous Chef Implemented a color-coding system and a new prep sheet template, significantly improving workflow efficiency. Conducted tastings for the sales team and potential high-value clients. Managed event chefs and coordinated event preparations. Developed innovative methods to enhance event success. Pastry Department Development Recognized the need for a dedicated pastry department and took initiative to establish and develop it. Training and Development Created a comprehensive event chef training guide to ensure consistency and excellence at events. Sous ChefRoyal Fig Catering-Austin, TXFebruary 2022 to Present Successfully managed and executed 50-350 guest events, overseeing equipment setup, timeline creation, and supervising event cooks. Promoted to Sous Chef in December 2022, leading full-time prep work during the week and event management on weekends.General Manager/Head ChefGreens in the Garden-Georgetown, TXAugust 2021 to January 2022 Revamped menu, retrained staff, and optimized daily cleaning procedures, resulting in enhanced customer satisfaction and cost-efficiency. Managed scheduling, hiring, and firing, while overseeing catering events and special menus. General Manager/Head BakerHula Cowgirl Shaved Ice-Georgetown, TXApril 2021 to November 2021 Led baking operations, scheduling, ordering, and event management, maintaining a focus on quality and customer experience. Developed and implemented weekly specials and creative desserts, attracting a loyal customer base. Business ManagerSpeakeasy Luxury Mens Services-Pflugerville, TXJanuary 2021 to May 2021 Orchestrated various business operations, including client appointments, event organization, campaign communications, and inventory management. Successfully revitalized the business through effective strategies and planning. Assistant Kitchen ManagerFinley's Bar and Grill-Round Rock, TXJune 2019 to August 2020 Introduced innovative dessert and daily specials while reorganizing recipes and enforcing cleaning procedures. Managed hiring, training, and supervised staff, contributing to improved operational efficiency. Lead Cook/ServerUrban Eat.drink-Round Rock, TXAugust 2018 to June 2019 Spearheaded line operations, introduced specials, and contributed to menu design for the bar tapas section. Managed both line cooking and table waiting for a seamless dining experience. Line CookCulinary Dropout-Austin, TXNovember 2017 to August 2018 Excelled on the charcuterie station and quickly learned salads, bake shop, and fry stations. - Demonstrated strong organizational skills, efficiently fulfilling orders and daily prep responsibilities. Line Cook/Prep CookFuzzy's Taco Shop-Round Rock, TXJuly 2017 to November 2017 Prepared orders promptly while maintaining quality and adhering to food safety standards. Received training and took on additional responsibilities in various kitchen stations. Bartender/ServerThe Downtown Hall of Fame-Hutto, TXJuly 2016 to March 2017 Provided excellent table service and mixed drinks for a fast-paced dining environment. Assumed additional responsibilities in kitchen prep and cleanliness. Assistant ManagerDomino's-Round Rock, TXSeptember 2015 to June 2016 Managed pizza-making, oven operation, and handled paperwork and vehicle inspections. Demonstrated leadership skills by overseeing staff, customer service, and disciplinary actions. Sandwich Artist/CashierSubway/Destiny Foods-Hutto, TXSeptember 2014 to June 2015Crafted sandwiches, handled cash transactions, baked bread, and resolved customer inquiries.. EducationCulinary Certification 1 in Culinary Science/ArtsTexas State Technical College-Waco - Hutto, TX2016 to 2018Skills - Culinary Expertise: Cooking techniques, food preparation, kitchen management, banquet experience, catering. (8 years) - Management: Hiring, scheduling, staff training, event coordination, inventory control (5 years) - Customer Service: Bartending, serving, host/hostess experience, customer complaints handling. (5 years) Sales and Marketing: Social media marketing, campaign communication, event promotion. (5 years) Menu planning Microsoft Office Time management Food service management Team management Conflict management Food service Shift management POSLanguages Spanish - IntermediateCertifications and LicensesFood Handler CertificationAssessmentsFood safety ProficientJanuary 2022Knowledge of proper food and equipment handling safety measures Full results: ProficientWork style: Reliability ProficientFebruary 2022Tendency to be reliable, dependable, and act with integrity at work Full results: ProficientCooking skills: Basic food preparation Proficient January 2022Preparing food, using cooking equipment, and converting ingredient measurements Full results: ProficientIndeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field. |
