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Mario Valadez

Columbia,TN

Summary

Innovative Chef known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in menu development, inventory management, and culinary arts. Excel in time management, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring smooth kitchen operations and exceptional dining experiences.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chef

The Goldton at Spring Hill
Spring Hill, TN
09.2023 - Current
  • Supervised team members during meal service to ensure accuracy of orders.
  • Kept up to date with current culinary trends, as well as health and safety regulations.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service issues.

Chef

The Reserve of Spring Hill
Spring Hill, TN
04.2022 - 07.2023
  • Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
  • Created weekly schedules for employees based on projected business volume.
  • Experimented with various ingredients and cooking techniques to develop new and flavorful dishes for patients.
  • Delegated tasks for kitchen employees and developed staff teams to streamline food preparation procedures.

Sous Chef

North Italia
Franklin, TN
09.2021 - 04.2022
  • Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
  • Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
  • Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
  • Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
  • Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques and recipes.

Dietary Cook

Traditions of Spring Hill
Spring Hill, TN
05.2019 - 03.2021
  • Prepared meals for patients according to dietary requirements and restrictions.
  • Organized food items, supplies and equipment needed for meal preparation.
  • Provided guidance on menu planning and nutrition education to customers.
  • Carried out recipe modifications requested by customers or dietitians.

Education

Associate of Science - Nutrition And Food Science

Columbia State Community College
Columbia, TN
05-2020

High School Diploma -

Spring Hill High
Columbia, TN
05-2018

Skills

  • Menu development
  • Kitchen operations management
  • Cost Control
  • Staff Coordination
  • Business Management
  • Effective Communications
  • Banquets and catering
  • Precision and Attention to Detail

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • ServSafe

Timeline

Chef

The Goldton at Spring Hill
09.2023 - Current

Chef

The Reserve of Spring Hill
04.2022 - 07.2023

Sous Chef

North Italia
09.2021 - 04.2022

Dietary Cook

Traditions of Spring Hill
05.2019 - 03.2021

Associate of Science - Nutrition And Food Science

Columbia State Community College

High School Diploma -

Spring Hill High
Mario Valadez