Aidni Ormerod
San Francisco,CA
Summary
As a passionate chef and server, I bring a unique blend of culinary creativity and exceptional hospitality to every dining experience. My mission is to express love through each dish I cook, while also prioritizing sustainability and the well being of our planet. I have a strong dedication to culinary excellence, and thrive in team environments as well as in individual projects. I am always ready to learn and become a better person every day.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Cuisine
Casa Arabe
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Created menus and designed corresponding recipes for Casa Arabe.
- Managed food inventory and ingredients.
- Consultant to general manager for incoming and current staff members.
- Worked with sous chef to prepare complete breakfast meals.
Line Cook
Pucquio
04.2022 - 10.2023
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Worked with raw seafood and meat, butchered/ cleaned properly daily.
- Made daily list of produce in my section.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Participated in creating monthly specials that showcased creativity while utilizing available inventory effectively.
- Operated various kitchen equipment.
- Part of 3 person off-site catering team.
Restaurant Hostess
Pucquio
04.2022 - 10.2023
- Input orders accurately into terminal, split bills and accepted payments.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing phone and in person requests smoothly.
- Took reservations by phone and walk-in, kept scheduling demands, and kitchen output in time to avoid overbooking.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere by supporting coworkers during peak hours or when understaffed.
- Created professional and friendly interactions with customers, gave knowledgeable menu recommendations.
Line Cook
A16
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Mastered various cooking techniques.
Restaurant Hostess
A16
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere by supporting coworkers during peak hours or when understaffed.
- Took reservations by phone and walk-in, keeping scheduling demands.
- Completed daily side work and opening and closing duties without fail.
- Monitored front entrance for new guests while assisting servers by taking and delivering drink orders.
- Made a daily floor plan.
Line Cook
Southies
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
Chef Assistant
Makaaba
10.2020 - 04.2021
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Used variety of kitchen tools and appliances to prepare ingredients and meals.
- Prepped ingredients ahead of time to increase cooking and service speed.
- Planted and harvested produce for kitchen use.
- Responsible for collecting eggs every morning from chicken houses.
- Experienced traditional ways of cooking authentic Mexican food, from harvesting the corn and transforming it into masa, to making authentic cohinita pibil underground.
Education
Associates Degree - Culinary Arts
City College, San Francisco
San Francisco, CA09.2025
GED -
City College, San Francisco
San Francisco, CA05.2024
Skills
- Specialty cuisines: Mexican, Peruvian, Indian and Italian
- Restaurant Operations
- Catering
- Grilling Techniques
- Ingredient Selection
- Assertive in leadership role
- Active listener
- Creative and adaptable
- Interested in growing every day
- Makes cooking an art
English/Spanish
I'm from Mexico! I'm fluent in both Spanish and English.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Chef De Cuisine
Casa Arabe
11.2023 - 01.2024
Line Cook
A16
06.2023 - 08.2023
Restaurant Hostess
A16
06.2023 - 08.2023
Line Cook
Pucquio
04.2022 - 10.2023
Restaurant Hostess
Pucquio
04.2022 - 10.2023
Line Cook
Southies
02.2022 - 05.2022
Chef Assistant
Makaaba
10.2020 - 04.2021
Associates Degree - Culinary Arts
City College, San Francisco
GED -
City College, San Francisco