25 years of cooking experience, Owner of I Got Da Munchez for thirteen years specializing in catering for weddings , birthday parties, private parties, community events, family reunions or any type of function. Prior work as prep cook, line chef, sous chef, grill cook, saute cook. Bilingual cook with a focus on Southern and American cuisine. Successfully operated my own catering over thirteen years. Seeking position in a southern or American cuisines or any restaurant. Expert in managing kitchen staff and preparing foods at reduced cost compromising quality and taste . Motivated cook offering over 25 years experience in the food industry. Focused on high standards for taste and quality, while maintaining profitable margins and consistency of food. Superior communication and leadership skills. Energetic culinary professional with a blend of creativity, passion for food and exceptional cooking skills. Works well as a dynamic leader in high-pressure settings. Line Cook with 25 years of experience in high-pressure culinary environments. Skilled in preparing large volumes of food quickly and efficiently. Seeking to use culinary skills and expertise to prepare a special variety of dishes in a professional, rewarding environment. Quality-focused and efficient cook adept at preparing and plating food in high energy, fast-paced kitchens.
Skills
cooking technique
Beautiful presentation of food
Institutional and batch cooking
Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
Effective planner
Food presentation talent
Extensive catering background
Menu marketing expertise
Hospitality and service industry background
saute cook
grill cook
fry cook
pantry cook
Expediter
catering chef
Work History
Private Chef, 02/2004
to Current I Got Da Munchez – Tampa,
Fl.
Created any type of platters for major events such as weddings and private corporate parties.
Developed menus, pricing and special food offerings to increase revenue and customer satisfaction.
Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, food storage, use of kitchen equipment and utensils, sanitation and safety issues.
Actively involved in cost control, sanitation, menu development, training, recruitment, private dining and catering.
Ensured all staff understood expectations and parameters of kitchen goals and daily kitchen work.
Led shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications.
Regularly interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
Achieved and exceeded performance, budget and team goals.
Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals and kitchen sanitation.
Grill Cook And Closer, 05/2017
to Current Hard Rock Cafe – Tampa,
FL
Assembled food orders while maintaining appropriate portion control.
Prepared specialty foods such as pizzas and sandwiches, following specific methods that required quick prep time.
Verified that prepared food met all standards for quality and quantity.
Prepared a variety of foods according to customers\' orders or supervisors\' instructions, following approved procedures.
Executive Line Cook, 01/2012
to Current All Team Staffing – Tampa,
FL
Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals and kitchen sanitation.
Education
High School Diploma: 1991 Pensacola High - Pensacola Fl
